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A simple guide to lemons and yuzu
\nAre yuzu fruits just another fancier term for lemons? No! But I guess\u00a0you can call them the fraternal twins of citrus with personalities of their own! If you\u2019ve never heard of yuzu before, you might taste it, and think that thing causing your eyes to twitch or your tongue to tingle is none other than a\u00a0cheeky\u00a0yellow lemon! But that might not always be the case, so don\u2019t let your taste buds fool you! That lemon you thought you ate could simply be lemon’s sour counterpart\u2014yuzu!
\nWhat are lemons?<\/p>\n
Native to Asia, the lemon fruit is an aromatic, highly acidic fruit that many, if not all of us are familiar with. Bright yellow, oval, and tapered in shape, these sometimes-smooth-sometimes-slightly-bumpy fruits are a garden favourite among homeowners in many parts of the world! Lemon trees are grown in warmer Tropical climates and are sensitive to strong winds. Their seeds are small and engulfed within the pulp of the lemon. Lemons are juicy, have a sharp sour taste, and are often used as flavour enhancers for meals, dishes, and beverages!
\nWhat are yuzu?<\/p>\n
Source: Healthline
\nNative to East Asia\u2014mainly Japan, and sometimes called the Japanese lemon, yuzu is a highly aromatic fruit that resembles a tangerine in shape\u2014slightly wrinkly with tiny bumps, but takes the colour of a lemon. The seeds are bigger, thicker, and sort of protrude out of the juice sac a little, making it less juicy than a lemon. Put a lemon and yuzu side by side, and you\u2019ll definitely be able to tell the difference\u2014not just from their shapes, but from the scent of yuzu that\u2019ll gust through the room (this is one of the ways people differentiate yuzu and lemons without tasting them)! You\u2019ll notice that the aroma of yuzu is much stronger than lemon, and is actually soothing!
\nGrown in the mountainous inland of Kochi City, Japan, where the difference in temperatures during the day and night is ideal, fresh yuzu has a fragrance and taste so distinct that it\u2019s matchless to any other citrusy fruit. It\u2019s sour\u2014almost like that of lime and lemon, with a mix of some bitter, floral, and sweet flavours, sort of like a hybrid between lemons and grapefruits.
\nWhat are lemons and yuzu commonly\u00a0used for?
\nFlavourAs\u00a0the main ingredient or a refreshing touch to a dish or drink, such as lemon pies and yuzu cocktails, chefs and pastry chefs from all over the world have a way of softening and melodising these harsh citrusy flavours into a balanced breath of flavours. Lemons and yuzu are super versatile in that their peel, zest, pith, and pulp are innovatively used in desserts, cocktails, beverages, condiments, and many savoury dishes to elevate their overall taste!
\nLifestyle and beautyRich in Vitamin C, yuzu and lemons are often seen in skin care because it is said to have great antioxidants that help reduce wrinkles and fine lines,\u00a0as well as\u00a0tone skin naturally. The fragrance of these fruits, especially yuzu, is said to be highly calming and relaxing, and is, therefore, often used in baths and aromatherapy.
\nIncorporating lemon and yuzu into our products<\/p>\n
At Lach\u00e9r, we\u2019ve dedicated two golden-brown tarts to lemons and yuzu respectively because their stimulating flavours are not one to be missed out on. Experience strong sourness transform into gentle kisses of sweet and sour!\u00a0
\nPlaying with citrus one zest at a time
\nWhether it\u2019s lemonade or yuzunade (yes, it\u2019s actually a thing!), lemon dressing, or yuzu dressing, it\u2019s undeniable that the flavour profiles of these highly spiky fruits accentuate our food and beverages immaculately! Plus, their stress-relieving ability is always a bonus!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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