Assam lemon
Assam Lemon, also known as Nemu Tenga in Assamese, are cultivars of lemon, namely 'Gol Nemu' and 'Kaji Nemu', which are found and cultivated in the Indian state of Assam.[1] These lemons are an important part of Assamese cuisine.[2] The botanical name of Assam Lemon is Citrus limon.[3]
Assam lemons are used for preparing refreshing drinks and pickles as well as garnishing curry and other dishes.[4]
Varieties
Gol Nemu
Gol Nemu is similar to the other lemons found in India. It is round and large. It is sweeter than other lemons and Kaji Nemu. When the lemon ripes, its colour changes to yellow and it becomes sweeter.[citation needed]
Kaji Nemu
Kaji Nemu is other variety of this lemon and is elongated and oblong.[5] This lemon has more juice than Gol Nemu. It is popular in Assam and is associated with Assamese cuisine. It is as large as Gol Nemu and also turns yellow during ripening.[6][7]
References
- ^ "Lemon Cultivation -". 22 September 2013. Retrieved 11 May 2018.
- ^ "Gul Nemu Limes". www.specialtyproduce.com. Retrieved 14 February 2018.
- ^ "Fruits and vegetables of Assam". all-mixed.blogspot.in. 16 August 2009. Retrieved 15 February 2018.
- ^ "Design and Development of a Hand Operated Assam Lemon Fruit Harvester". Sustainability and Social Innovation Lab. Retrieved 11 May 2018.
- ^ "Australian finger lime: Citric caviar - Outlook Traveller". Outlook Traveller. Retrieved 15 February 2018.
- ^ "Precious Lemons". natasha-pointstoponder.blogspot.in. 19 June 2014. Retrieved 15 February 2018.
- ^ "ASSAM LEMON (Citrus Limon L. Burmf)" (PDF). www.kiran.nic.in.
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