Description

Unlock deep, authentic Middle Eastern flavor in your kitchen with Greenfields Dried Black Lime (Loomi). Sourced from ripe limes that are sun-dried until the skin and pulp turn dark brown to black, these whole dried limes undergo a natural transformation that concentrates their acidity while introducing complex earthy, musky, and lightly fermented undertones.

Unlike fresh lime juice, black limes impart a deep sour-citrus brightness without excess liquid or bitterness, making them an irreplaceable secret ingredient for slow-simmered comfort food and fragrant rice recipes.

Key Culinary Uses & Cooking Inspiration:

• Slow-Cooked Stews & Tagines: Essential for iconic Persian dishes like Ghormeh Sabzi (herb stew) and Gheimeh, as well as Arabian lamb and chicken stews.

• Aromatic Rice & Pilafs: Add whole into Arabian Kabsa, Majboos, biryanis, or basmati rice cooking liquid to infuse every grain with an exotic citrus aroma.

• Soups & Broths: Pierce and drop into lentil soups, seafood broths, and chickpea stews during simmering.

• Spice Rubs & Marinades: Grind or crush into fine powder and mix into dry spice rubs for grilled chicken skewers, lamb chops, roasted vegetables, and fish.

• Herbal Infusions (Chai Noomi): Crack open a lime and steep in boiling water with a touch of honey or sugar for a traditional tangy herbal tea.

How to Use Whole Dried Black Limes:

• Whole in Simmered Dishes: Pierce each lime 2–3 times with the tip of a knife or a skewer to allow cooking broths and juices to penetrate the interior, slowly drawing out the sour, aromatic essence.

• Crushed or Powdered: Break open the shell, discard the bitter seeds, and grind the dark pulp in a spice grinder to create an instant finishing spice.

Why Choose Greenfields Dried Black Lime?

• 100% Pure & Natural: Pure sun-dried black limes with no added preservatives, artificial flavorings, or chemicals.

• Distinct Culinary Depth: Delivers a concentrated sweet-tart, smoky citrus complexity unmatched by standard citrus fruits.

• Trusted Brand Heritage: Packed by Greenfields, supplying authentic global herbs and spices since 1982.

Product Specifications:

• Ingredients: 100% Whole Dried Black Limes (Citrus aurantiifolia)

• Net Weight: 55g

• Brand: Greenfields

• Form: Whole dried citrus fruit

• Storage Instructions: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Seal pouch tightly or decant into an airtight glass spice jar.