Lemon juice and pulp have nutritional and medicinal properties for us. According to research on lemon, the peel matters much more than taste and smell. Lemon peel contains a wide range of vitamins and minerals needed for health. Learn how to prepare lemon rind essence.
Recipe: Lemon Essence
- lemons
- 250 ml of alcohol
Consuming lemon peel is good for the cardiovascular system. Reduces the level of bad cholesterol. Due to the richness of antioxidants, it cleanses the veins and blood vessels. Increases the body’s resistance and has a positive effect on bone structure.
Let’s start by peeling the lemon. When removing the lemon zest, make sure you don’t cover the bitter white bloom of the lemon. For the lemon to be well rinsed from pesticides, the peel should be wetted. Place the zest in a saucepan with water, apple cider vinegar, and baking soda. Leave it on for 20 minutes to absorb. You can gently scrub the skin with a brush.
After soaking the peel, cut it into small pieces and place in a glass jar. Fill with alcohol. Pure vodka is the best choice. This will accentuate the taste and aroma of the peel.
Close the jar tightly and let it macerate for at least 2 weeks. If you want a more intense scent, leave it on for a month or two. Remember to shake the jar once a day. When the essence gives the desired effect, strain the mixture with gauze. Store lemon essence in a tightly closed bottle at a low temperature.
Remember that lemon peel is high in oxalate. Therefore, it is not recommended for people with kidney stones.
