Meyer Lemons

Store at room temperature for short-term use. For longer storage, keep them in the crisper drawer of your refrigerator. You can also freeze the juice or zest.

Use the whole fruit! The zest is wonderfully aromatic, and the thinner skin makes it more palatable in dishes.

Their sweetness makes them perfect for desserts, cocktails, and salad dressings where a less acidic punch is desired.

Don't discard the juice! It's excellent for marinades and poaching fish.

Seafood (fish, shrimp)

Poultry (chicken, duck)

Desserts (cakes, tarts, cookies)

Salad dressings and marinades

Cocktails and beverages

Herbs (mint, basil, rosemary)

Treating them exactly like a standard lemon: Meyer lemons are less acidic, so you might need to adjust recipes that call for a strong lemon flavor.

Overcooking: Like most citrus zest, the oils can become bitter if cooked at high temperatures for too long.