Absolutely! Making lemon powder at home is quite easy and a great way to preserve lemon zest or peels. You can use lemon powder in baking, marinades, spice blends, teas, and more for a bright citrus flavor.
🍋 How to Make Lemon Powder (DIY)
đź•’Â Prep Time: 10 minutes
⏱ Dry Time: 6–12 hours (depending on method)
🍽 Yield: Varies based on amount of peels used
🧾 Ingredients:
- Organic lemons (use as many as you’d like)
- You’ll be using the peels or zest only
đź§°Â Equipment:
- Vegetable peeler or zester
- Dehydrator or oven
- Coffee grinder, spice grinder, or high-speed blender
- Fine mesh sieve (optional, for finer powder)
- Airtight container for storage
👩‍🍳 Instructions:
1.Â
Wash the Lemons Thoroughly:
- Rinse lemons under warm water to remove wax and dirt.
- Use organic lemons if possible, since you’ll be using the peels.
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Peel or Zest the Lemons:
Use a zester or vegetable peeler to remove the yellow part of the skin.
- Avoid the white pith underneath — it’s bitte
