Lemon
Fruits$1.29 / lbApproximate price based on US supermarkets.
Lemon is a highly valued fruit in Mexican gastronomy, used in a variety of dishes and drinks. Its juice is employed in sauces, ceviches, and dressings, providing a fresh and acidic flavor. It is an essential ingredient in Mexican cooking.
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How it's used in Mexican cooking
Lemon, part of the fruits section of the Mexican pantry, appears in 12 recipes in our collection, including Chinicuil Maguey Worm Tacos, Mazatlán-Style Prawn Tacos and Mexican Street Corn Dip. Each recipe shows step by step how it is added, in what quantity and which other ingredients it is paired with — the most reliable guide to how it is actually used in Mexican cooking.
Recipes using lemon
Chinicuil Maguey Worm Tacos
Mazatlán-Style Prawn Tacos
Mexican Street Corn Dip
Toasted Chicatana Ants (Nucú) with Salt and Lime
Fresh Manzano Chilli Salsa
Mexican Pico de Gallo (Salsa Mexicana Cruda)
Red Prawn Broth
Mexican Street Corn Mac and Cheese
Esquites Pasta (Mexican Street Corn Mac)
Veracruz Octopus in Garlic Chilli Oil
Baja California Butter-Sautéed Callo de Hacha Scallops
Prawns in Tamarind and Chilli Sauce
Frequently asked questions
How many recipes use Lemon?
Lemon is used in 12 recipes in our collection, such as Chinicuil Maguey Worm Tacos and Mazatlán-Style Prawn Tacos. The full list, with a photo and link for each recipe, is on this page.
Where can I buy Lemon in the US?
You can buy Lemon online via the Amazon link on this page, or look for it at Mexican and Latino grocery stores in the US.
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