Lemon Achar II Guyanese

lemons

🥗Healthier: limes

💰Cheaper: citron

Limes provide a similar tartness and are often less expensive.

salt

🥗Healthier: sea salt

💰Cheaper: table salt

Sea salt offers a more natural flavor.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness and depth.

vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar has health benefits and a milder taste.

Boil the lemons for one hour.

Cut the lemons into small pieces and remove any seeds.

Squeeze out the juice from the lemons and add it to the lemon pieces.

Press the garlic and add it to the mixture.

Cut the peppers and remove the seeds before adding them to the jar.

Add salt to the mixture.

Jar the char and place it in the sun for a week, shaking it daily.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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