This easy to make lime curd has a delicious and tangy citrus flavor. And if like, you can substitute an equal amount of juice from another citrus, such as lemon, passion fruit, pineapple, orange, or grapefruit.
Active time: 15mins | Yield: about 1/2 cup
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Ingredients:
- 4 Egg Yolks
- 1 tsp Cornstarch
- 1/2 cup (90g) Caster Sugar
- 1/3 cup (80ml) Freshly Squeezed Lime Juice
- 2 Tbsp (30g) Butter
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How to make creamy lime curd.
Directions:
- Using a sieve, let the yolks drain naturally into a saucepan.
- Dissolve the cornstarch in the yolks before turning the heat on. Add the sugar, lime juice, and butter.
- Cook over low heat, stirring continuously until bubbly, then continue to stir for 2 minutes more.
- Pour the mixture into a small bowl and cover with a plastic wrap.
- Keep refrigerated for up to 2 weeks.
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How to Make Creamy Lime Curd
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Serves: 1/2 cup
This easy to make lime curd has a delicious and tangy citrus flavor. And if like, you can substitute an equal amount of juice from another citrus, such as lemon, passion fruit, pineapple, orange, or grapefruit.
Ingredients
- 4 Egg Yolks
- 1 tsp Cornstarch
- 1/2 cup (90g) Caster Sugar
- 1/3 cup (80ml) Freshly Squeezed Lime Juice
- 2 Tbsp (30g) Butter
Instructions
- Using a sieve, let the yolks drain naturally into a saucepan.
- Dissolve the cornstarch in the yolks before turning the heat on. Add the sugar, lime juice, and butter.
- Cook over low heat, stirring continuously until bubbly, then continue to stir for 2 minutes more.
- Pour the mixture into a small bowl and cover with a plastic wrap.
- Keep refrigerated for up to 2 weeks.