Preserved Lemons

Directions

1. 1
   Poke holes with a sharp knife all around the middle of the lemons.
2. 2
   In a 1-quart (1 liter) jar, layer lemons alternately with salt to fill jar.
3. 3
   Seal jar with airtight lid.
4. 4
   By the following day, the mixture should have produced enough liquid to cover the lemons.
5. 5
   If not, add additional salt.
6. 6
   DO NOT ADD WATER.
7. 7
   Let sit in cool, dry place for 2 weeks.
8. 8
   After 2 weeks lemons are ready to use.
9. 9
   Refrigerate at this point to store lemons up to 6 months.