• Scientific Name: Citrus spp. Whole Dried Black Lime is prepared from cultivated lime fruit, commonly associated with Citrus × aurantiifolia or Citrus × latifolia. The fruits are dried until dark, firm, lightweight and strongly aromatic.
• Also Known As: Loomi, Limoo Omani, Limoo Amani, Noomi Basra, Dried Lime, Black Lime, Black Lemon, Omani Lime and Persian Dried Lime.
• What It’s Known For: A traditional Middle Eastern culinary ingredient with concentrated sour, citrusy, earthy, mildly smoky and slightly bitter notes. Whole Dried Black Lime is commonly used in machboos, kabsa, rice dishes, soups, stews, lentils, meat dishes, fish preparations and black-lime tea.
• How to Use: Rinse briefly, pierce the whole lime 2–4 times with a knife or fork and simmer it in soups, stews or rice dishes to release its flavour. Remove before serving. The dried lime may also be cracked, deseeded and ground for seasoning blends.
• Awafi Mill Quality: Carefully selected Whole Dried Black Limes packed for their intense citrus aroma, characteristic dark appearance and versatile culinary use. Store tightly sealed in a cool, dry place away from moisture, heat, direct sunlight and strong odours.
