Add some citrus zest to your breakfast with our simple coconut lime chia pudding, with optional matcha. The coconut chia pudding is flavoured with zest and juice from fresh lime, and topped with fresh raspberries and creamy coconut. This easy make-ahead breakfast is perfect for busy mornings. What is chia pudding? Chia pudding is a…
Have you heard of Australian blood limes? These stunning red limes have a unique colour and flavour that makes for a delicious twist on Indian-style lime pickles. Learn how to make a delicious tart and spicy pickle using red blood limes combined with fragrant spices. What is a blood lime? Australian blood limes are a…
When we talk about limes, most people think of the delicious tangy taste of Tahitian limes or key lime pie. But what about kaffir limes (also known as mukrat limes)? The leaves of the kaffir lime tree are a prized ingredient in many recipes, but the unique wrinkly citrus fruits from the kaffir lime tree…
Kaffir lime leaves (now commonly called mukrat limes) are a wonderful aromatic ingredient full of intense citrus flavour. Whether you grow your own kaffir lime tree or source fresh leaves from the market, friends or family, there’s a way to make sure you’ll always have some handy. Find out the best way to freeze kaffir…
Don’t settle for plain rice when you can make this simple recipe for coconut and lime rice with cilantro (coriander) and chili instead. Fluffy long grain rice is subtly flavoured with coconut milk and lime zest while cooking and finished with more lime, generous amounts of cilantro (coriander) and sliced red chili pepper. *Disclosure: This…
For an icy refreshing treat, fruit flavoured granita makes the perfect dessert or palate cleanser. This easy recipe for strawberry lime granita with mint and maple has just the right combination zesty citrus and sweet flavours and has a stunning strawberry pink colour too. Made with just 4 simple ingredients, this fruit flavoured ice dessert…
Fresh limes are a wonderful way to add a burst of flavour to your favourite dishes, both sweet and savoury. The tart but slightly sweet taste of limes makes them surprisingly versatile ingredients. Limes go well with a range of herbs and spices, fruits and vegetables, and a range of other sweet and savoury ingredients….
If you are lucky enough to have your own lime tree, you may find that there are times when you have lots of limes all ripening at the same time. Or when limes are in season, your local store might be selling bulk limes at a great price. Fresh limes are wonderful and should never…
Preserved lemons are a popular ingredient, but have you thought about making preserved limes instead? Using just a few limes, salt and spices, these preserved limes are quick and easy to make and have a wonderful tangy flavour. Our small batch preserved limes recipe is an inexpensive and easy way to try your hand at…
Do you want to grow your own limes at home but don’t have a a big garden? Try growing your own Tahitian lime tree in a pot. Tahitian Limes (also known as Persian or Bearss limes) are easy to grow and can produce fruit almost year round in the right conditions. Find out more about…
