27 Meyer Lemon Recipes to Make the Most of Citrus Season
If you happen to be lucky enough to have a Meyer lemon tree in your backyard, you’re probably desperate for Meyer lemon recipes. And while you can adjust any lemon recipe to work with this extra-sweet and extra-fragrant citrus, it takes a little tinkering, since Meyer lemons are slightly less acidic than the Eureka version you usually find at the supermarket. The recipes below were designed to highlight the strengths of this particularly juicy, smooth and thin-skinned hybrid. And cooking them is guaranteed to make your kitchen smell amazing. Find yourself with a really big haul? Make a jar of preserved lemons to extend the season while you cook your way through all the Meyer lemon recipes below.
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Because Meyer lemons have pulp that’s relatively sweet and juicy, and they’re short on bitter pith, Meyer lemon recipes often call for the whole lemon, skin and all. Here, you'll toss the chopped fruit with shallot, olive oil, salt, honey, and fresh parsley or mint to make a sauce that's great with roasted vegetables, grilled fish, or braised meats—or mixed with yogurt to make a dip.
