Lemon Juice

Lemon juice is the liquid squeezed from fresh lemons and one of the most widely used ingredients in cooking. It has a distinctly sour taste and a fresh citrus aroma due to its high citric acid content. It is used to brighten salads, marinades, sauces, soups, risottos, and seafood dishes. In baking, it acts as the acidic component that reacts with baking soda to help leaven doughs and batters. It also prevents browning of cut fruits and vegetables. Lemon juice is an essential ingredient in lemonades, cocktails, and fruit drinks. It is available fresh or as bottled 100% juice without additives. Even a few drops can noticeably elevate a dish.