Lemon: Five best recipes with lemon

With its bright and tangy flavor profile, lemon has long been celebrated as a culinary essential, enhancing dishes across a wide spectrum of cuisines. From desserts to savory dishes, and even raw preparations, the inclusion of lemon adds a refreshing zing that elevates any meal to new heights.

Lemon plays a crucial role in a lot of savory dishes, its acidic nature not only enhances the flavor of meats, seafood, and vegetables but also acts as a natural tenderizer, making tough cuts of meat more succulent and juicy. Whether squeezed over grilled fish, drizzled onto roasted vegetables, or incorporated into marinades and sauces, lemon adds a bright and zesty dimension to savory fare, transforming ordinary dishes into extraordinary culinary experiences.

No discussion of lemon’s culinary prowess would be complete without mentioning its indispensable role in dressings and sauces. 

In desserts, the acidic tang of lemon zest and juice can balance out the sweetness, creating a harmonious flavor profile that tantalizes the taste buds. Whether it’s a classic lemon meringue pie, tangy lemon bars, or a luscious lemon cheesecake, the citrusy notes of lemon add a delightful complexity that keeps dessert lovers coming back for more. So here is a collection of my favourite recipes where lemon gets to shine through. 

1 Lemon orzo with portobello steaks: creamy orzo pasta with meaty portobello steaks and lemon brings the perfect balance enriching each spoonful with flavor.

2 Lemon sumac baked chicken: Bold sumac with lemon brings out the best chicken has to offer. The taste lingers and kind of stays with you.

3 Lemon curd tartlets lemon curd is a classic and it lets lemon shine in its own glory.

4 Lemon sugar cookies These perfect little treats. Sugar, lemon, and butter come together to create magic. 

5 Coconut lemon pannacotta with blueberry compote is another classic but never fails to impress. I added lemon and blueberry to add some texture and flavour.