"Vox Humana" > wrote in message
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> "elizabeth emerald" > wrote in message
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> > 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?
>
> As has been mentioned, vinegar will replace the acid. If you need the
lemon
> flavor, try using some lemon balm (Melissa officinalis). It is very easy
to
> grow and the lemon flavor is intense. It can be dried and used in the off
> season. http://www.floridata.com/ref/M/meli_off.cfm

thank you, that is a wonderful suggestion!

> You might also try using some citric acid powder to for the acid component
> if the flavor of vinegar won't work for your purpose. Citric acid is used
> in a lot of food and beverages.

unfortunately he has severe food allergies and cannot have any citric acid
or fruit derivative.
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elizabeth (in australia)

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