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elizabeth emerald 21-11-2004 05:46 AM

replacing lemon juice
 
my son is allergic to citrus (among other things) & i am trying to find
something to replace lemon/citrus juice & rind in recipes. it is an
important ingredient in so many recipes both savoury & sweet.

any ideas?
--
elizabeth (in australia)

"Anything lost can be found again, except for time wasted" -- Hilltop Hoods



Wayne Boatwright 21-11-2004 06:00 AM

"elizabeth emerald" > wrote in news:30aoevF2rkarcU1
@uni-berlin.de:

> my son is allergic to citrus (among other things) & i am trying to find
> something to replace lemon/citrus juice & rind in recipes. it is an
> important ingredient in so many recipes both savoury & sweet.
>
> any ideas?


Pineapple vinegar comes to mind. You can buy it or make it.

--
Wayne in Phoenix

*If there's a nit to pick, some nitwit will pick it.
*A mind is a terrible thing to lose.

Wayne Boatwright 21-11-2004 06:00 AM

"elizabeth emerald" > wrote in news:30aoevF2rkarcU1
@uni-berlin.de:

> my son is allergic to citrus (among other things) & i am trying to find
> something to replace lemon/citrus juice & rind in recipes. it is an
> important ingredient in so many recipes both savoury & sweet.
>
> any ideas?


Pineapple vinegar comes to mind. You can buy it or make it.

--
Wayne in Phoenix

*If there's a nit to pick, some nitwit will pick it.
*A mind is a terrible thing to lose.

Wazza 21-11-2004 03:34 PM


"elizabeth emerald" > wrote in message
...
> my son is allergic to citrus (among other things) & i am trying to find
> something to replace lemon/citrus juice & rind in recipes. it is an
> important ingredient in so many recipes both savoury & sweet.
>
> any ideas?
> --
> elizabeth (in australia)
>
> "Anything lost can be found again, except for time wasted" -- Hilltop

Hoods
>
>

tamarind juice, or sumac.
cheers
Wazza




Wazza 21-11-2004 03:34 PM


"elizabeth emerald" > wrote in message
...
> my son is allergic to citrus (among other things) & i am trying to find
> something to replace lemon/citrus juice & rind in recipes. it is an
> important ingredient in so many recipes both savoury & sweet.
>
> any ideas?
> --
> elizabeth (in australia)
>
> "Anything lost can be found again, except for time wasted" -- Hilltop

Hoods
>
>

tamarind juice, or sumac.
cheers
Wazza




The Joneses 21-11-2004 07:29 PM

elizabeth emerald wrote:

> my son is allergic to citrus (among other things) & i am trying to find
> something to replace lemon/citrus juice & rind in recipes. it is an
> important ingredient in so many recipes both savoury & sweet.
> any ideas?
> elizabeth (in australia)


If the citrus juice is just for flavoring, then lemon thyme, mint, lemon
verbena (IMO smells better than lemon), lemon basil, and lemon balm (smells
like furniture polish to me), lemon grass, and lemon rose geranium are some
choices. Or - egad, unflavored lemon Koolaid, which of course, never ever saw
a lemon. If for the acidic amount, rice wine vinegar might be an option.
Edrena



The Joneses 21-11-2004 07:29 PM

elizabeth emerald wrote:

> my son is allergic to citrus (among other things) & i am trying to find
> something to replace lemon/citrus juice & rind in recipes. it is an
> important ingredient in so many recipes both savoury & sweet.
> any ideas?
> elizabeth (in australia)


If the citrus juice is just for flavoring, then lemon thyme, mint, lemon
verbena (IMO smells better than lemon), lemon basil, and lemon balm (smells
like furniture polish to me), lemon grass, and lemon rose geranium are some
choices. Or - egad, unflavored lemon Koolaid, which of course, never ever saw
a lemon. If for the acidic amount, rice wine vinegar might be an option.
Edrena



kalanamak 21-11-2004 07:51 PM

The Joneses wrote:

> Citric acid might be cheaper and more readily available as Vitamin C tablets.
> But some are made from citrus fruits, so got to be careful?
> Edrena


Citric acid and *ascorbic acid AKA vit C* are not the same thing. I find
citric acid "stronger" on the tongue. I've also seen it for sale in
Chinatown shops.
I personally, although it isn't quite as tart, would give white, not
red, verjus a try. It is the juice of unripe wine grapes. I'm an addict!
blacksalt

kalanamak 21-11-2004 07:51 PM

The Joneses wrote:

> Citric acid might be cheaper and more readily available as Vitamin C tablets.
> But some are made from citrus fruits, so got to be careful?
> Edrena


Citric acid and *ascorbic acid AKA vit C* are not the same thing. I find
citric acid "stronger" on the tongue. I've also seen it for sale in
Chinatown shops.
I personally, although it isn't quite as tart, would give white, not
red, verjus a try. It is the juice of unripe wine grapes. I'm an addict!
blacksalt

Victor Sack 21-11-2004 09:40 PM

elizabeth emerald > wrote:

> my son is allergic to citrus (among other things) & i am trying to find
> something to replace lemon/citrus juice & rind in recipes. it is an
> important ingredient in so many recipes both savoury & sweet.
>
> any ideas?


Try to find verjuice (verjus), juice of unripe fruits or berries,
usually grapes. It can be nearly as tart as lemon juice.

For a somewhat different effect, you might also want to experiment wuth
a weak solution of hydrochloric acid (get the tablets to be dissolved at
your pharmacy). It is not anything to be afraid of - hydrochloric acid
is naturally produced in your stomach. It is also still sometimes
prescribed for such conditions as hypohydrochloria. There is no harm if
you use the weak solution in the manner lemon juice is normally used. I
like the taste rather a lot.

Victor

Victor Sack 21-11-2004 09:40 PM

elizabeth emerald > wrote:

> my son is allergic to citrus (among other things) & i am trying to find
> something to replace lemon/citrus juice & rind in recipes. it is an
> important ingredient in so many recipes both savoury & sweet.
>
> any ideas?


Try to find verjuice (verjus), juice of unripe fruits or berries,
usually grapes. It can be nearly as tart as lemon juice.

For a somewhat different effect, you might also want to experiment wuth
a weak solution of hydrochloric acid (get the tablets to be dissolved at
your pharmacy). It is not anything to be afraid of - hydrochloric acid
is naturally produced in your stomach. It is also still sometimes
prescribed for such conditions as hypohydrochloria. There is no harm if
you use the weak solution in the manner lemon juice is normally used. I
like the taste rather a lot.

Victor

The Joneses 21-11-2004 09:58 PM

Victor Sack wrote:

> elizabeth emerald > wrote:
> > my son is allergic to citrus (among other things) & i am trying to find
> > something to replace lemon/citrus juice & rind in recipes. it is an
> > important ingredient in so many recipes both savoury & sweet.
> > any ideas?

>
> Try to find verjuice (verjus), juice of unripe fruits or berries,
> usually grapes. It can be nearly as tart as lemon juice.
> For a somewhat different effect, you might also want to experiment wuth
> a weak solution of hydrochloric acid (get the tablets to be dissolved at
> your pharmacy). It is not anything to be afraid of - hydrochloric acid
> is naturally produced in your stomach. It is also still sometimes
> prescribed for such conditions as hypohydrochloria. There is no harm if
> you use the weak solution in the manner lemon juice is normally used. I
> like the taste rather a lot.
> Victor


Citric acid might be cheaper and more readily available as Vitamin C tablets.
But some are made from citrus fruits, so got to be careful?
Edrena



The Joneses 21-11-2004 09:58 PM

Victor Sack wrote:

> elizabeth emerald > wrote:
> > my son is allergic to citrus (among other things) & i am trying to find
> > something to replace lemon/citrus juice & rind in recipes. it is an
> > important ingredient in so many recipes both savoury & sweet.
> > any ideas?

>
> Try to find verjuice (verjus), juice of unripe fruits or berries,
> usually grapes. It can be nearly as tart as lemon juice.
> For a somewhat different effect, you might also want to experiment wuth
> a weak solution of hydrochloric acid (get the tablets to be dissolved at
> your pharmacy). It is not anything to be afraid of - hydrochloric acid
> is naturally produced in your stomach. It is also still sometimes
> prescribed for such conditions as hypohydrochloria. There is no harm if
> you use the weak solution in the manner lemon juice is normally used. I
> like the taste rather a lot.
> Victor


Citric acid might be cheaper and more readily available as Vitamin C tablets.
But some are made from citrus fruits, so got to be careful?
Edrena



Amarantha 21-11-2004 11:56 PM

"elizabeth emerald" > wrote in
:

> my son is allergic to citrus (among other things) & i am trying to find
> something to replace lemon/citrus juice & rind in recipes. it is an
> important ingredient in so many recipes both savoury & sweet.
>
> any ideas?


I find ground coriander seed somewhat lemony. Also, as someone else
suggested, tamarind.

K
--
nil illegitimi carborundum

The Joneses 22-11-2004 02:17 AM

kalanamak wrote:

> The Joneses wrote:
> > Citric acid might be cheaper and more readily available as Vitamin C tablets.
> > But some are made from citrus fruits, so got to be careful?
> > Edrena

>
> Citric acid and *ascorbic acid AKA vit C* are not the same thing. I find
> citric acid "stronger" on the tongue. I've also seen it for sale in
> Chinatown shops.


You're right of course, I just had a blond attack. I use both in preserving, but I
always check the bottles first.
Edrena



The Joneses 22-11-2004 02:17 AM

kalanamak wrote:

> The Joneses wrote:
> > Citric acid might be cheaper and more readily available as Vitamin C tablets.
> > But some are made from citrus fruits, so got to be careful?
> > Edrena

>
> Citric acid and *ascorbic acid AKA vit C* are not the same thing. I find
> citric acid "stronger" on the tongue. I've also seen it for sale in
> Chinatown shops.


You're right of course, I just had a blond attack. I use both in preserving, but I
always check the bottles first.
Edrena



elizabeth emerald 24-11-2004 01:09 AM


"Wayne Boatwright" > wrote in message
...
> "elizabeth emerald" > wrote in

news:30aoevF2rkarcU1
> @uni-berlin.de:
>
> > my son is allergic to citrus (among other things) & i am trying to find
> > something to replace lemon/citrus juice & rind in recipes. it is an
> > important ingredient in so many recipes both savoury & sweet.
> >
> > any ideas?

>
> Pineapple vinegar comes to mind. You can buy it or make it.


do you have a recipe? that sounds perfect.
--
elizabeth (in australia)

"Old school don't mean I'm better, I'm just getting older" -- Bias B



elizabeth emerald 24-11-2004 01:09 AM


"Wayne Boatwright" > wrote in message
...
> "elizabeth emerald" > wrote in

news:30aoevF2rkarcU1
> @uni-berlin.de:
>
> > my son is allergic to citrus (among other things) & i am trying to find
> > something to replace lemon/citrus juice & rind in recipes. it is an
> > important ingredient in so many recipes both savoury & sweet.
> >
> > any ideas?

>
> Pineapple vinegar comes to mind. You can buy it or make it.


do you have a recipe? that sounds perfect.
--
elizabeth (in australia)

"Old school don't mean I'm better, I'm just getting older" -- Bias B



elizabeth emerald 24-11-2004 01:12 AM


"The Joneses" > wrote in message
...
> elizabeth emerald wrote:
>
> > my son is allergic to citrus (among other things) & i am trying to find
> > something to replace lemon/citrus juice & rind in recipes. it is an
> > important ingredient in so many recipes both savoury & sweet.
> > any ideas?
> > elizabeth (in australia)

>
> If the citrus juice is just for flavoring, then lemon thyme, mint, lemon
> verbena (IMO smells better than lemon), lemon basil, and lemon balm

(smells
> like furniture polish to me), lemon grass, and lemon rose geranium are

some
> choices. Or - egad, unflavored lemon Koolaid, which of course, never ever

saw
> a lemon. If for the acidic amount, rice wine vinegar might be an option.


thanks for the great suggestions!
--
elizabeth (in australia)

"Old school don't mean I'm better, I'm just getting older" -- Bias B



elizabeth emerald 24-11-2004 01:12 AM


"The Joneses" > wrote in message
...
> elizabeth emerald wrote:
>
> > my son is allergic to citrus (among other things) & i am trying to find
> > something to replace lemon/citrus juice & rind in recipes. it is an
> > important ingredient in so many recipes both savoury & sweet.
> > any ideas?
> > elizabeth (in australia)

>
> If the citrus juice is just for flavoring, then lemon thyme, mint, lemon
> verbena (IMO smells better than lemon), lemon basil, and lemon balm

(smells
> like furniture polish to me), lemon grass, and lemon rose geranium are

some
> choices. Or - egad, unflavored lemon Koolaid, which of course, never ever

saw
> a lemon. If for the acidic amount, rice wine vinegar might be an option.


thanks for the great suggestions!
--
elizabeth (in australia)

"Old school don't mean I'm better, I'm just getting older" -- Bias B



elizabeth emerald 24-11-2004 01:13 AM


"Victor Sack" > wrote in message
. ..
> elizabeth emerald > wrote:
>
> > my son is allergic to citrus (among other things) & i am trying to find
> > something to replace lemon/citrus juice & rind in recipes. it is an
> > important ingredient in so many recipes both savoury & sweet.
> >
> > any ideas?

>
> Try to find verjuice (verjus), juice of unripe fruits or berries,
> usually grapes. It can be nearly as tart as lemon juice.


he is severely allergic to most fruit, but i'll track some down & see if
it's ok.

> For a somewhat different effect, you might also want to experiment wuth
> a weak solution of hydrochloric acid (get the tablets to be dissolved at
> your pharmacy). It is not anything to be afraid of - hydrochloric acid
> is naturally produced in your stomach. It is also still sometimes
> prescribed for such conditions as hypohydrochloria. There is no harm if
> you use the weak solution in the manner lemon juice is normally used. I
> like the taste rather a lot.


that sounds scary! LOL!
--
elizabeth (in australia)

"Old school don't mean I'm better, I'm just getting older" -- Bias B



elizabeth emerald 24-11-2004 01:13 AM


"Victor Sack" > wrote in message
. ..
> elizabeth emerald > wrote:
>
> > my son is allergic to citrus (among other things) & i am trying to find
> > something to replace lemon/citrus juice & rind in recipes. it is an
> > important ingredient in so many recipes both savoury & sweet.
> >
> > any ideas?

>
> Try to find verjuice (verjus), juice of unripe fruits or berries,
> usually grapes. It can be nearly as tart as lemon juice.


he is severely allergic to most fruit, but i'll track some down & see if
it's ok.

> For a somewhat different effect, you might also want to experiment wuth
> a weak solution of hydrochloric acid (get the tablets to be dissolved at
> your pharmacy). It is not anything to be afraid of - hydrochloric acid
> is naturally produced in your stomach. It is also still sometimes
> prescribed for such conditions as hypohydrochloria. There is no harm if
> you use the weak solution in the manner lemon juice is normally used. I
> like the taste rather a lot.


that sounds scary! LOL!
--
elizabeth (in australia)

"Old school don't mean I'm better, I'm just getting older" -- Bias B



elizabeth emerald 24-11-2004 01:14 AM


"The Joneses" > wrote in message
...
> Victor Sack wrote:
>
> > elizabeth emerald > wrote:
> > > my son is allergic to citrus (among other things) & i am trying to

find
> > > something to replace lemon/citrus juice & rind in recipes. it is an
> > > important ingredient in so many recipes both savoury & sweet.
> > > any ideas?

> >
> > Try to find verjuice (verjus), juice of unripe fruits or berries,
> > usually grapes. It can be nearly as tart as lemon juice.
> > For a somewhat different effect, you might also want to experiment wuth
> > a weak solution of hydrochloric acid (get the tablets to be dissolved at
> > your pharmacy). It is not anything to be afraid of - hydrochloric acid
> > is naturally produced in your stomach. It is also still sometimes
> > prescribed for such conditions as hypohydrochloria. There is no harm if
> > you use the weak solution in the manner lemon juice is normally used. I
> > like the taste rather a lot.
> > Victor

>
> Citric acid might be cheaper and more readily available as Vitamin C

tablets.
> But some are made from citrus fruits, so got to be careful?


he is severely allergic to most fruit, so vitamin c & citric acid are both
out.
--
elizabeth (in australia)

"Old school don't mean I'm better, I'm just getting older" -- Bias B



elizabeth emerald 24-11-2004 01:14 AM


"The Joneses" > wrote in message
...
> Victor Sack wrote:
>
> > elizabeth emerald > wrote:
> > > my son is allergic to citrus (among other things) & i am trying to

find
> > > something to replace lemon/citrus juice & rind in recipes. it is an
> > > important ingredient in so many recipes both savoury & sweet.
> > > any ideas?

> >
> > Try to find verjuice (verjus), juice of unripe fruits or berries,
> > usually grapes. It can be nearly as tart as lemon juice.
> > For a somewhat different effect, you might also want to experiment wuth
> > a weak solution of hydrochloric acid (get the tablets to be dissolved at
> > your pharmacy). It is not anything to be afraid of - hydrochloric acid
> > is naturally produced in your stomach. It is also still sometimes
> > prescribed for such conditions as hypohydrochloria. There is no harm if
> > you use the weak solution in the manner lemon juice is normally used. I
> > like the taste rather a lot.
> > Victor

>
> Citric acid might be cheaper and more readily available as Vitamin C

tablets.
> But some are made from citrus fruits, so got to be careful?


he is severely allergic to most fruit, so vitamin c & citric acid are both
out.
--
elizabeth (in australia)

"Old school don't mean I'm better, I'm just getting older" -- Bias B



elizabeth emerald 24-11-2004 01:15 AM


"kalanamak" > wrote in message
...
> The Joneses wrote:
>
> > Citric acid might be cheaper and more readily available as Vitamin C

tablets.
> > But some are made from citrus fruits, so got to be careful?
> > Edrena

>
> Citric acid and *ascorbic acid AKA vit C* are not the same thing. I find
> citric acid "stronger" on the tongue. I've also seen it for sale in
> Chinatown shops.
> I personally, although it isn't quite as tart, would give white, not
> red, verjus a try. It is the juice of unripe wine grapes. I'm an addict!


i'm on the lookout for it to see if it's ok for him. i'm not sure if we have
it in australia.
--
elizabeth (in australia)

"Anything lost can be found again, except for time wasted" -- Hilltop Hoods



elizabeth emerald 24-11-2004 01:15 AM


"kalanamak" > wrote in message
...
> The Joneses wrote:
>
> > Citric acid might be cheaper and more readily available as Vitamin C

tablets.
> > But some are made from citrus fruits, so got to be careful?
> > Edrena

>
> Citric acid and *ascorbic acid AKA vit C* are not the same thing. I find
> citric acid "stronger" on the tongue. I've also seen it for sale in
> Chinatown shops.
> I personally, although it isn't quite as tart, would give white, not
> red, verjus a try. It is the juice of unripe wine grapes. I'm an addict!


i'm on the lookout for it to see if it's ok for him. i'm not sure if we have
it in australia.
--
elizabeth (in australia)

"Anything lost can be found again, except for time wasted" -- Hilltop Hoods



elizabeth emerald 24-11-2004 01:16 AM


"Amarantha" > wrote in message
. 1.4...
> "elizabeth emerald" > wrote in
> :
>
> > my son is allergic to citrus (among other things) & i am trying to find
> > something to replace lemon/citrus juice & rind in recipes. it is an
> > important ingredient in so many recipes both savoury & sweet.
> >
> > any ideas?

>
> I find ground coriander seed somewhat lemony. Also, as someone else
> suggested, tamarind.


thanks!
--
elizabeth (in australia)

"Anything lost can be found again, except for time wasted" -- Hilltop Hoods



elizabeth emerald 24-11-2004 01:16 AM


"Amarantha" > wrote in message
. 1.4...
> "elizabeth emerald" > wrote in
> :
>
> > my son is allergic to citrus (among other things) & i am trying to find
> > something to replace lemon/citrus juice & rind in recipes. it is an
> > important ingredient in so many recipes both savoury & sweet.
> >
> > any ideas?

>
> I find ground coriander seed somewhat lemony. Also, as someone else
> suggested, tamarind.


thanks!
--
elizabeth (in australia)

"Anything lost can be found again, except for time wasted" -- Hilltop Hoods



Wayne Boatwright 24-11-2004 02:59 AM

"elizabeth emerald" > wrote in
:

>
> "Wayne Boatwright" > wrote in message
> ...
>> "elizabeth emerald" > wrote in
>> news:30aoevF2rkarcU1 @uni-berlin.de:
>>
>> > my son is allergic to citrus (among other things) & i am trying to
>> > find something to replace lemon/citrus juice & rind in recipes. it is
>> > an important ingredient in so many recipes both savoury & sweet.
>> >
>> > any ideas?

>>
>> Pineapple vinegar comes to mind. You can buy it or make it.

>
> do you have a recipe? that sounds perfect.


It's really simple. A recipe from the Too Hot Tomales cooking show. Hope
it works for you!

Pineapple Vinegar

Recipe By : TOO HOT TAMALES PANTRY STAPLES SHOW #TH62
Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories :
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
-------- ------------ --------------------------------
2 Cups chopped fresh pineapple
Sugar -- to taste, if
-- Necessary
3 Cups Rice Wine Vinegar Or
Mild White Vinegar

Place the pineapple in a sterile glass jar or bottle. Add sugar to taste,
if th e fruit is not sweet enough. Pour the vinegar over the fruit.
Cover and store in a cool, dark place for 6 to 14 days, checking for
strength o f flavor that you like.
Strain through cheesecloth or a paper coffee filter and refrigerate.
Yield: about 3 cups

--
Wayne in Phoenix

*If there's a nit to pick, some nitwit will pick it.
*A mind is a terrible thing to lose.

Bubba 01-12-2004 09:39 PM

elizabeth emerald wrote:

>my son is allergic to citrus (among other things) & i am trying to find
>something to replace lemon/citrus juice & rind in recipes. it is an
>important ingredient in so many recipes both savoury & sweet.
>
>any ideas?
>
>

Try coconut vinegar.

Bubba



--
You wanna measure, or you wanna cook?


Bubba 01-12-2004 09:39 PM

elizabeth emerald wrote:

>my son is allergic to citrus (among other things) & i am trying to find
>something to replace lemon/citrus juice & rind in recipes. it is an
>important ingredient in so many recipes both savoury & sweet.
>
>any ideas?
>
>

Try coconut vinegar.

Bubba



--
You wanna measure, or you wanna cook?


zuuum 01-12-2004 11:14 PM

Unsweetened passionfruit concentrate (Perfect Puree make a good one) makes a
good citrus substitute. Only a slight difference in flavor. But in recipes
calling for lemon juice it should make a fine substitute. It is also an
acid fruit.

> elizabeth emerald wrote:
>
>>my son is allergic to citrus (among other things) & i am trying to find
>>something to replace lemon/citrus juice & rind in recipes. it is an
>>important ingredient in so many recipes both savoury & sweet.
>>
>>any ideas?




zuuum 01-12-2004 11:14 PM

Unsweetened passionfruit concentrate (Perfect Puree make a good one) makes a
good citrus substitute. Only a slight difference in flavor. But in recipes
calling for lemon juice it should make a fine substitute. It is also an
acid fruit.

> elizabeth emerald wrote:
>
>>my son is allergic to citrus (among other things) & i am trying to find
>>something to replace lemon/citrus juice & rind in recipes. it is an
>>important ingredient in so many recipes both savoury & sweet.
>>
>>any ideas?




zuuum 01-12-2004 11:14 PM

Unsweetened passionfruit concentrate (Perfect Puree make a good one) makes a
good citrus substitute. Only a slight difference in flavor. But in recipes
calling for lemon juice it should make a fine substitute. It is also an
acid fruit.

> elizabeth emerald wrote:
>
>>my son is allergic to citrus (among other things) & i am trying to find
>>something to replace lemon/citrus juice & rind in recipes. it is an
>>important ingredient in so many recipes both savoury & sweet.
>>
>>any ideas?





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