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Lemon Curd
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Lemon Curd

Lemon curd is a spread or creamy filling made from lemon. It has a buttery texture and a intense tart lemon flavor.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: American
Servings: 3
Calories:
Author: sharmila kingsly

Standard 1 cup measures 240 ml

Ingredients

  • Lemon Juice – 3 tbsp
  • Lemon Zest – 1 tbsp
  • Egg Yolk – 1
  • Sugar – ¼ cup
  • Butter – ¼ cup

Instructions 

  • Peel the Lemon Zest, in a blender add in the Lemon Zest and Sugar and blend well to form a fine powder.
  • In a Sauce pan take the butter and add in the ground Lemon Zest and Sugar powder mix well.
  • To this now add in the Egg yolk and mix well such that it is fully combined. Next add in the Lemon Juice.
  • Now mix well the mixture might appear crumbly. Slowly it will get thick and come to the spread/Jam consistency. Switch off the flame at this stage.

Notes

· Lemon Curd gets thicker as it cools down.
· It can be used as a spread, Dip, filling in tarts, Cakes and many more.
· Store in a sterilized bottle and refrigerate for a longer shelf life.
Keyword lemon curd
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