Sudachi
Whilst uncommon overseas, here, sudachi is a cheaper alternative to the lime. It is quite similar in taste and smell, perhaps stronger. They are smaller than my impression of a lime. When in season, usual fayre get a dressing, as do chūhais.
Supermarkets prices equate to:
One imported lime = three imported lemons
Three imported lemons = six sudachi
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Keith Perhac
29 October, 2009 #
Wow, I’ve lived in Japan for 6 years and never had a sudachi. I’ll definitely have to check that out.
I wonder if they’ll work well as a lime-substitute in cooking.
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adekun
3 November, 2009 #
I guess sudachi is more alike the lime than kabosu which is worth a mention.
Thanks for the tip. It could be the numerous updates. More likely to have broken it myself.