Here’s Why People on TikTok Are Eating Lemons Whole
This is no ordinary citrus.
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If you see someone on TikTok chomping on a lemon, rind and all, don’t worry — it isn’t what it looks like.
Adorable, snackable lemons are a thing now, thanks to an Italian company called Lemon Snack. It grows small, low-acidity citrus with an edible peel rich in antioxidants. Though it resembles a tiny lemon, the fruit has a less intense flavor and is intended to be eaten whole.
“Lemon Snack is a Limequat, a hybrid fruit resulting from the crossbreeding of lime and oval kumquat,” the company tells Food Network. It has a “more fruity and floral flavor compared to a regular lemon, which makes it also less sour.”
While snackable lemons are perfectly fine to eat plain, some people still find them too sour. Enter TikTok’s favorite method for upgrading them: Slice them up, drizzle with honey, then sprinkle on some Tajín. You’ll get sweet, tangy and savory flavors in one perfect bite.
Lemon Snack also recommends using these lemons as garnishes or in desserts, fruit salads and cocktails.
Unfortunately, Lemon Snack is not yet available in the United States, but the company is working on exporting it. Until then, if you’re in Europe, check your local Coop Sverige or Lidl. Both chains carry it, though it’s becoming increasingly popular, so snag a box if you can.
If you can’t find Lemon Snack, then you can technically give the honey-chile treatment to a typical, non-snacking lemon. Just be warned: It’s not for the faint of heart.
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