Black Lime or Smoked Black Lime

SMOKED BLACK LIME | OMANI LIME

Black lime in powder or whole

Citrus aurantifolia

Origin: Oman

The black lime or black lemon enriches Terza Luna's online spice catalog! Like many sought-after spices, this dried lemon has numerous names: Omani Lime, Smoked Black Lime, smoked black lemon, Loomi, or Omani Lumi.

Black limes can have different degrees of oxidation and slightly different shades of color between black and dark brown.

Where does Omani Lumi come from? As the name of this black lemon suggests, it seems to originate originally from Oman and not only: Loomi is also easily found in Iran, Iraq, the Middle East. Widely used in the kitchens of these countries thanks to its very distinctive notes.

Where to buy black lime and prices

Intrigued by the Persian lemon, want to buy this black lime? Simple!

At Terza Luna, you will find black lime in different formats to enrich your kitchen and your recipes. On Terza Luna, you can buy black lime in powder or whole, choosing from different sizes:

• 50 gr - 4€
• 100 gr - 8€

Create flavorful dishes and cocktails with an oriental taste thanks to the black lime for sale on Terza Luna. A sought-after, delicious, and above all versatile product.

How to buy Omani Lumi on Terza Luna? We'll show you right away:

1. Choose the type of Loomi you prefer, whole or in powder
2. Which format do you prefer? Select the weight you like best
3. Now you can add to the cart

Once you have finished shopping, you can proceed to your cart and purchase your Loomi. In no time, you can savor it in your dishes and get creative with a thousand recipes!

Properties and Curiosities about Black Lime

Black lime has very ancient origins and is very common in Middle Eastern cuisine thanks to its very distinctive notes. It is, in fact, one of the best-selling Middle Eastern spices in our shop. Similar to normal lime, Omani Lumi is a citrus fruit smaller and seedless. Although the appearance of this dried lemon is not so inviting, it is certainly appreciated worldwide for its organoleptic and sensory properties. Especially whole, from the outer shell, it will intoxicate your sense of smell with an intense citrus aroma.

But how did Omani Lumi come about? Thanks to the ancient customs of the nomadic populations of the original territory, who needed to dehydrate food for greater product shelf life, Loomi was born.

Today, black lime is a widely used and utilized product not only in Arab territories but in many other populations, such as India, which is a significant consumer of dried black lemon.

Taste and Flavor

In Iran, along with Pistachio, black lime is one of the most used spices. The Black Lime has a unique taste that combines the flavor of fresh citrus, although dried, with fermented and a slight hint of smokiness.

How is black lime produced?

Omani Lumi, named after its origin, is harvested while still green, then it is boiled in a solution of water and salt and finally naturally sun-dried for weeks until it dehydrates, hence the name dried lemon. This process gives it the black color that characterizes and distinguishes it.

Although its flavor resembles a slight smoky aroma, it is important not to be confused! No smoking treatment is applied to Loomi, only oxidation due to dehydration.

Recipes with Black Lime...

Black lime is an extremely versatile product, in fact, it can be used in soups, during the preparation of cooked vegetables, legumes or in fish dishes and more! With loomi, you can get creative by flavoring oil to make emulsions and dress salads.

Generally, it is an ingredient that prefers dishes with a long cooking time such as soups or stews, and if you are a lover of strong and intense flavors, whole loomi will be an ingredient you can't do without.

For more refined palates that enjoy a hint of aroma without overpowering the taste of your favorite dishes, we recommend black lime powder available on our online shop Terza Luna.

Choose the format you prefer. Try the Black Lime:

• powder
• whole

...and cocktails!

Have you ever tried cocktails with black lime? Great for your drinks to give them an aromatic and unique touch. Discover how to enrich your drinks with spices and flavors during a party or gatherings with friends, you will be satisfied!

Are you a bartender looking for spices or garnish for your drinks? Take a look at our dedicated section of spices online for bartenders.