• Scientific Name: Citrus spp. Whole Dried Brown Lime is prepared from cultivated lime fruit that is dried until firm, lightweight and aromatic. Commercial Loomi is commonly associated with lime types such as Citrus × aurantiifolia and Citrus × latifolia.
• Also Known As: Brown Loomi, Dried Brown Lime, Brown Lemon, Limoo Omani, Limoo Amani, Noomi Basra, Omani Lime and Persian Dried Lime.
• What It’s Known For: A traditional Middle Eastern culinary ingredient with concentrated sour, citrusy, earthy, mildly musky and slightly bitter notes. Brown Loomi is commonly used in machboos, kabsa, rice, soups, stews, lentils, fish, chicken, meat dishes, spice blends and Loomi tea.
• How to Use: Rinse briefly, pierce the whole dried lime 2–4 times and add it to rice, soup, stew or cooking broth. Simmer to release its flavour, then remove before serving. It may also be cracked, deseeded and ground into seasoning.
• Awafi Mill Quality: Carefully selected Whole Dried Brown Limes packed for their concentrated citrus aroma, characteristic brown appearance and versatile culinary use. Store tightly sealed in a cool, dry place away from moisture, heat, direct sunlight and strong odours.
