Organic Finger limes
Sometimes described as 'lime caviar', finger limes are full of tiny, tangy jewels which burst in the mouth.
Finger limes Grown by Gospa Citrus at Mairena del Alcor, Spain
About these special citrus
Meet the finger lime: long enjoyed by Aboriginal Australians, they are unlike any citrus you've eaten before. Cut open these unprepossessing green fingers, and squeeze - out will pour a heap of tiny, tangy jewels.
Sometimes described as 'lime caviar', these little pearls burst in the mouth, unleashing their zesty juice and a wave of fragrant sweet-sour flavour. They're a rare treat, and prized by chefs - try them while you can!
Spanish citrus expert Amadora Gahona and her family grow several different varieties of finger lime for us throughout the season, with different nuances of shape, colour and flavour. The season kicks off with the wonderfully named Flavourly Green, an egg-shaped variety with a mild, lemony taste and distinctive aroma.
Country of origin
Produced in- Spain
How to prepare
Finger limes don’t need cooking or any prep. Just halve the fruit, squeeze out the pearls, and sprinkle them over all sorts of dishes for a wonderfully fresh, zesty garnish. They are particularly good with seafood, such as ceviche, fish tacos or steamed fish, but will also add a brilliant citrus lift to vegetables, or even desserts; their sharpness can provide a satisfying contrast with sweet summer fruits.
Finger lime grower José particularly recommends adding them to mayonnaise for a burst of freshness as you eat.
Storage
Finger limes can be kept in a cool room or the fridge for at least a week.
Class
Our limes are sold as class 2. This means that they might not look cosmetically perfect, but they are grown for the very best flavour. (We have to tell you this to satisfy some EU rules).
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Grown by Gospa Citrus, Mairena del Alcor, Spain
Gospa Citrus is run by Amadora Gahona and her children in Mairena del Alcor, near Seville – a region famed for its outstanding citrus fruits. There have been orange groves on their 60-hectare farm since 1867, and they were the very first orange farm in Andalucia to be awarded organic status.
