Indian
Indian - Desserts and Sweets
Sweet Lemon Murabba
Chef's Menu Description
An indulgent artisan dessert, beautifully crafted with premium ingredients and presented with exquisite garnishes for a memorable finale.
Ingredients
- • 6 thick-skinned lemons
- • 2 cups sugar
- • 1 1/2 cups water
- • 1/2 tsp salt
- • 1/4 tsp saffron threads
- • 1/4 tsp cardamom powder
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Wash and dry the lemons thoroughly, cut them into wedges, and remove all seeds.
2
Phase 2
Boil the lemon wedges in 2 cups water for 5 minutes, then drain to soften the peel and reduce bitterness.
3
Phase 3
Boil the sugar with 1 1/2 cups water and the salt to a one-string syrup, skimming off any foam.
4
Phase 4
Add the lemon wedges and simmer gently until the peel turns translucent and the syrup thickens.
5
Phase 5
Stir the saffron and cardamom powder into the warm murabba.
6
Phase 6
Cool completely, transfer to a sterilized glass jar, and rest 3-4 days before serving so the peel candies fully.