lemon zest
柠檬皮末· ning meng pi mo
aromatic
Taste & Role
☕ Bitter
Zest acts as an aromatic brightener, lending intense citrus fragrance without adding liquid or acidity. It is stirred into marinades, dressings, stir-fry finishes, and desserts, or scattered over rich dishes to cut through heaviness and lift the overall flavor.
What it is
Lemon zest is the thin, outermost layer of a lemon's yellow peel, grated or finely shaved from the fruit. It is packed with fragrant essential oils and carries none of the sourness of the juice, though it should be removed carefully to avoid the bitter white pith beneath. In Chinese, the name literally means minced lemon peel.
Nutrition
per 100 g- Calories
- 357 kcal
- Protein
- 14.3 g
- Total fat
- 25 g
- Carbs
- 10.7 g
- Fiber
- 3.6 g
- Sodium
- 500 mg
USDA FoodData Central (closest standard match)
Substitutes
No registered substitutes — this one is usually easy to find.
Recipes using it
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