The Asian Larder

What Is Kalamansi, and How Do You Use It?

Kalamansi is a small, tangy Filipino citrus fruit, somewhere between a lime and a mandarin, used to add sharpness to sauces, drinks and marinades. Fresh kalamansi is hard to find in the UK, so bottled kalamansi juice or concentrate is the more practical option for most home cooks.

How to use it

FAQ

Can I substitute lime for kalamansi?

Yes, a mix of lime and a little orange juice gets reasonably close to the balance of tart and sweet in kalamansi.

Where can I buy kalamansi in the UK?

Fresh fruit is rare, but bottled kalamansi juice or concentrate is sold through Filipino grocers and online.

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Huì

Huì

Huì is a Beijing-born chef working in the UK. She writes The Asian Larder, with tested Asian recipes for British home cooks and honest advice on where to buy every ingredient.
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