Lemon Confit
Lemon Confit is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. Using vegetable peeler, remove peel (yellow part only) from lemons in long strips.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionUsing vegetable peeler, remove peel (yellow part only) from lemons in long strips.
Squeeze 6 tablespoons juice from lemons.
Blanch peel in small saucepan of boiling water 10 seconds; drain.
Repeat twice.
Bring 6 tablespoons lemon juice, olive oil, canola oil, garlic, and pinch of salt to simmer in small saucepan.
Add lemon peel and simmer over low heat until peel is soft, about 1 hour.
DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 month ahead.
Keep chilled and completely covered in oil.
Always use clean fork to remove lemon.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.