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Yes, but the flavor will differ slightly. Key limes are both more acidic and bitter than the larger Persian lime. This gives then a distinctly stronger flavor. For desserts and drinks featuring lime, such as key lime pie, a regular lime will give a much milder flavor. A preference for one or the other often depends on what recipe is used, or the individual using it.
What else can I help you with?
Why are there no limes in key lime pie?
There is key lime "juice" in key lime pie.
Where can one find the recipe for making key lime pie?
Key Lime Pie consists of the following ingredients: Biscuit crumbs, butter and sugar for the base, condensed milk, eggs and lime juice for the filling and chilled heavy cream for the topping.
What is the difference between regular limes and key limes?
key limes are much smaller, but have more intense flavor. When using the juice in cooking, use about 1/3rd less key lime juice than lime juice for the same results.
Where was banana cream pie invented?
No one knows who invented key lime pie. The particular lime called the Key Lime was brought to America by the Spanish. Key Lime Pie would have been created after condensed milk had been invented. True key lime pie requires juice from the round Key Lime and not the juice from the oblong Persian Lime. Key Lime juice has a higher pH than Persian Lime Juice, which means it is not as acidic and it has a far more pleasant aftertaste. That juice is mixed with condensed milk and other ingredients.
What makes key lime pie tart?
The juice of key limes makes key lime pie tart.
Where can I find a wonderful key lime pie recipe?
You can find a wonderful key-lime pie recipe at www.foodnetwork.com. They have great user reviews as well as step by step instructions on how to create and prepare the best key lime pies you can make.
What is the equivalent of 1 lime from concentrated juice?
If you can't squeeze your own limes, Realime has "same" strength as fresh squeezed. A typical Persian lime will yield about 2 T juice. If you really have a lime concentrate, check the label for equivalents to make sure you aren't confused by frozen limeade concentrate. If your recipe calls for Key Lime, that's another story.
You can't get key lime juice so can you substitute with regular lime juice?
Yes it's like 1 cup of lime juice with 1 1/2 Tablespoons of zest for a substitute
What retailers sell key lime juice?
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A recipe from Florida for a school project?
Consider Key Lime Pie.
Can you buy key lime juice?
Yes, you can buy key lime juice at most grocery stores, typically found in the juice aisle or near the cocktail mixers. It is often available in both bottled form and as a concentrated product. Additionally, some brands may offer fresh key lime juice in refrigerated sections. For those looking for a more natural option, you can also find fresh key limes to juice yourself.
What cocktail name begins with a K?
Key West Screwdriver is a cocktail. The ingredients include vodka, lime juice, orange juice and a slice of lime.
