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Lisbon lemons are medium-sized, oblong citrus fruits with a rounded stem end and very pronounced mammilla, or nipple, on the opposite end. The medium-thick rind is smooth and bright yellow when mature. It is finely pitted with oil glands that when scratched or rubbed offer a citrusy aroma. The pale-yellow flesh has few to no seed and is very juicy and acidic. Lisbon lemons grow on both dwarf and tall-statured trees, hidden under dense, evergreen foliage.
Lisbon lemons are available year-round with a peak season in the winter and early spring months.
Lisbon lemons are one of the most widely-planted varieties of Citrus limon in the world. They are also the most common lemon variety planted in California. Lisbon lemons and the similar eureka lemons are the primary commercial varieties available in American supermarkets. Lisbon lemons are not outwardly distinguishable from the eureka variety; botanists look to the trees to differentiate the two. Often, the two varieties are sold as "lemons" in markets.
Lisbon lemons are high in vitamin C, folate and potassium. The high amount of vitamin C, combined with naturally occurring flavonoids, give Lisbon lemons immune-boosting and antioxidant benefits.
Lisbon lemons are most often used fresh, for their juice and zest. Whole lemons can be sliced lengthwise into rounds or quartered and used as a garnish for beverages or dishes, or for topping poultry or fish before baking. The acidic juice is used to tenderize meats and fish, like in a ceviche. Use the juice for marinades or in place of vinegar in salad dressings. It can be used for desserts from custards to sorbets. Zest from the rind can be used for flavoring meats, sauces and desserts. Store Lisbon lemons at room temperature for up to a week; for longer storage, refrigerate for up to two weeks. Juice and zest can be frozen to preserve.
Lisbon lemons were featured in a paper titled “The Status of the American Lemon Industry” written in 1907. The document was written by G. Harold Powell, the pomologist in charge of fruit transportation and storage investigations at the United States Department of Agriculture’s Bureau of Plant Industry. In this account, the US’s lemon industry had just started to take off and three main lemon varieties were grown: the Lisbon, the eureka, and the villafranca. The center of the lemon industry at the time was, and still is to a degree, in Southern California. The fruit grown there made up a third of all lemons consumed in the US. During this time, the majority of citrus was imported from Sicily.
Lisbon lemons are an Australian variety and are descended from a Portuguese gallego lemon. Lisbon lemons were introduced in Australia as early as 1824 and were exported to the United States from there in 1874 and 1875. The first reference to Lisbon lemons in the United States was in a Massachusetts gardening catalog in 1843. From there, they were introduced to California sometime after 1849. Each introduction of Lisbon lemon is thought to be a different strain of the original lemon from Australia. H.B. Frost of the Citrus Research Station at the University of California at Riverside spent decades perfecting one strain that was eventually released in 1950. Outside of California, Lisbon lemons commonly found in Australia where they are one of the most commonly grown varieties. They grow best in drier, inland climates. Commercial growers prefer Lisbon lemons for their drought tolerance, productiveness, cold and wind-hardiness.
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Description/Taste
Lisbon lemons are medium-sized, oblong citrus fruits with a rounded stem end and very pronounced mammilla, or nipple, on the opposite end. The medium-thick rind is smooth and bright yellow when mature. It is finely pitted with oil glands that when scratched or rubbed offer a citrusy aroma. The pale-yellow flesh has few to no seed and is very juicy and acidic. Lisbon lemons grow on both dwarf and tall-statured trees, hidden under dense, evergreen foliage.
Seasons/Availability
Lisbon lemons are available year-round with a peak season in the winter and early spring months.
Current Facts
Lisbon lemons are one of the most widely-planted varieties of Citrus limon in the world. They are also the most common lemon variety planted in California. Lisbon lemons and the similar eureka lemons are the primary commercial varieties available in American supermarkets. Lisbon lemons are not outwardly distinguishable from the eureka variety; botanists look to the trees to differentiate the two. Often, the two varieties are sold as "lemons" in markets.
Nutritional Value
Lisbon lemons are high in vitamin C, folate and potassium. The high amount of vitamin C, combined with naturally occurring flavonoids, give Lisbon lemons immune-boosting and antioxidant benefits.
Applications
Lisbon lemons are most often used fresh, for their juice and zest. Whole lemons can be sliced lengthwise into rounds or quartered and used as a garnish for beverages or dishes, or for topping poultry or fish before baking. The acidic juice is used to tenderize meats and fish, like in a ceviche. Use the juice for marinades or in place of vinegar in salad dressings. It can be used for desserts from custards to sorbets. Zest from the rind can be used for flavoring meats, sauces and desserts. Store Lisbon lemons at room temperature for up to a week; for longer storage, refrigerate for up to two weeks. Juice and zest can be frozen to preserve.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Lisbon lemons were featured in a paper titled “The Status of the American Lemon Industry” written in 1907. The document was written by G. Harold Powell, the pomologist in charge of fruit transportation and storage investigations at the United States Department of Agriculture’s Bureau of Plant Industry. In this account, the US’s lemon industry had just started to take off and three main lemon varieties were grown: the Lisbon, the eureka, and the villafranca. The center of the lemon industry at the time was, and still is to a degree, in Southern California. The fruit grown there made up a third of all lemons consumed in the US. During this time, the majority of citrus was imported from Sicily.
Geography/History
Lisbon lemons are an Australian variety and are descended from a Portuguese gallego lemon. Lisbon lemons were introduced in Australia as early as 1824 and were exported to the United States from there in 1874 and 1875. The first reference to Lisbon lemons in the United States was in a Massachusetts gardening catalog in 1843. From there, they were introduced to California sometime after 1849. Each introduction of Lisbon lemon is thought to be a different strain of the original lemon from Australia. H.B. Frost of the Citrus Research Station at the University of California at Riverside spent decades perfecting one strain that was eventually released in 1950. Outside of California, Lisbon lemons commonly found in Australia where they are one of the most commonly grown varieties. They grow best in drier, inland climates. Commercial growers prefer Lisbon lemons for their drought tolerance, productiveness, cold and wind-hardiness.
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Near San Diego, California, United States1-760-749-1636 About 677 days ago, 3/23/19 Sharer's comments : Lisbon Lemons spotted at Little Italy Mercato. |
