What can I substitute a kaffir lime leaf with?

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cccasady · Answer

Substituting 6 leaves, how much lime zest?

matchaflan · Answer

Fresh lemon verbena leaf is very very similar. We use fresh kaffir lime leaves in Vietnam, cut it really thin to put on boiled chicken, and I've tried it with lemon verbena (was growing it for tea) and the leaves are amazingly similar.

cccasady · Answer

It says use 6 leaves, how much lime zest?

raspberryeggplant · Answer

I do a lot of Thai cooking and while there's nothing that can come close enough to the taste and aroma of Kaffir lime leaves, lime zest is closer than lime juice.

cccasady · Answer

This turned out well. Thank you!

susan G. · Answer

I see lime zest recommended.

Pegeen · Answer

Depending on the recipe, you could try FRESH bay leaf.

allans · Answer

Nothing will provide the exact flavor, but a squeeze of lime juice (fresh) will help. Just a touch, btw

What can I substitute a kaffir lime leaf with?

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