A juicy jewel comes in to the limelight.
Limes are versatile. They offer a bright accent to many foods and beverages as well as provide Vitamin C, help with skin & scalp problems, benefit body functions (primarily digestion, liver functions and blood purification), can boost mental faculties, offer antioxidant and anti-microbial properties and even cook for you.
All that from a tiny fruit called Citrus aurantifolio. The price of limes has gone up in recent years, so I suggest making the most of your citrus investment. With its many uses, no matter how you divide it up— it’s worth every penny. There’s nothing like a lime, so enjoy it completely. Use it to its fullest.
Add some Zila and Squeeze More Out of Life.
Here are a few ideas to get you started.
Ceviche is a delicious white fish recipe that when marinated in lime, lemon, salt, pepper, garlic, onion, green or red chili peppers, coriander and cayenne turns in to a feast, all without heating up your stove. Think of the savings on that.
Served with Mojitos you can add up the flavor and the savings by purchasing in bulk. A Mojitos is a combination of white rum, mint, sugarcane juice, and soda or sparkling water. Add a small wedge slice to the rim of the glass. All together, it’s a party just waiting to start.
As a marinade it adds a distinctively lime tartiness. Helps to tenderize less expensive red meats, and is great with both poultry and seafood. A squeeze of lime and some zest is the perfect finishing touch to garnish your dish. Even a few pieces of pulp add a jewel of juice to whatever your cooking. In a green sauce or salsa, lime is the secret ingredient…shhh.
Additional ideas for using your limes are as a beauty balm, a table centerpiece, aromatherapy, and even as a cleaning product. And, don’t forget it makes some of the best tarty desserts. Lime sorbet, key lime pie, lime crème brulee—all delicious and refreshing finales for your meal.
If you’ve ever tried to grow limes you know how much work goes in to it…so never underestimate the value of the lime. It's pure green gold…treat it as such. Freeze the rind skins and any unused juice for later…don’t waste a drop.
The right tools will help you romance your lime…so, invest in a few and enjoy the tango.
I saved the best for last.
TIP: Turn your lime rind skin in to a shot glass. If you really want to impress your guests…make some tequila lime ice shavings shots. Wow, what a smart way to bring out the sunny side of limes and forget the price…because they are priceless when you figure in the fun.
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