kaffir lime
Noun
Meaning
kaffir lime (plural kaffir limes)
Citrus hystrix, a species of fragrant, small lime native to Southeast Asia, the leaves of which are used in cooking for their citrus flavor.
Kaffir lime (plural Kaffir limes)
Alternative letter-case form of kaffir lime
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Examples
Kaffir lime leaves or rind is frequently combined with galangal (kha) and lemongrass (takhrai), either kept whole in simmered dishes or blended together with liberal amounts of chilies and other aromatics to make curry paste.
Another slider special featured Issan pork belly with jasmine rice, lemongrass, ginger, Kaffir lime, spicy pickled cabbage, and Szechuan mustard.