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Thailand Ingredient

Bai Makrut (Kaffir Lime Leaves)

葉っぱをちぎるとレモンの爆弾!タイカレーの香りのフィニッシュ

Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

Description

Kaffir Lime Leaves. Distinctive double-lobed leaves. Tearing or finely shredding them releases an explosive, intensely refreshing lime/citrus aroma.

Classification: Aromatic Herb

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How to use

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. (Prep) Remove the tough center vein, tear into soups, or julienne hair-thin to garnish Red/Panang curries.
Learn more Substitutes, pairings, tips

Key spices

Bai Makrut's own citrus aroma

Substitutes at Japanese supermarkets

Lime peel (aroma sub)

Pairing

Green Curry / Khua Kling (Dry curry)

Trivia

[Trivia] More than half of the 'good citrus smells' in Thai food come from this leaf. Freezes well, and adding it instantly creates a 'pro Thai' aroma.

Eating tips & etiquette

Leave large torn pieces in soup uneaten. If julienned hair-thin on top of a curry, eat it along with the dish.

Allergen

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