Lime Mortar Recipe
Today, let's delve into the intriguing world of Lime Mortar, a recipe with deep-rooted history and flavors that transport you to its country of origin.
Equipment
- Mortar and pestle
- Mixing bowl
- Zester or fine grater
- Serving dish
Ingredients
- 2 cups of freshly harvested limes
- 1 cup of high-quality extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon of sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by zesting the limes to extract their aromatic oils. Set aside the zest for later.
- In the mortar, combine minced garlic and sea salt. Crush them together until you get a smooth paste.
- Squeeze the juice from the limes into the mortar, mixing it with the garlic paste.
- Gradually add the olive oil, continuously stirring until the mixture thickens.
- Incorporate the lime zest and black pepper, adjusting according to your taste preference.
- Continue to blend until you achieve a velvety, well-emulsified Lime Mortar.