Lemon Gum (corymbia citriodora)

Lemon Gum, a type of eucalyptus native to Australia, provides a strong lemony aroma and flavour. Here are some culinary uses for Lemon Gum:

1. Herbal Tea: Brew Lemon Gum leaves for a fragrant and refreshing herbal tea with a lemony twist.
2. Infused Water: Add Lemon Gum leaves to water for a subtle lemon flavour.
3. Desserts: Use Lemon Gum leaves to infuse custards, ice creams, sorbets, and syrups with a lemony aroma.
4. Sauces and Marinades: Incorporate Lemon Gum leaves into sauces, marinades, and dressings for a citrusy kick.
5. Cocktails: Use Lemon Gum leaves or infused syrups in cocktails and mocktails for a lemony aroma and flavour.
6. Salad Dressings: Create unique salad dressings by blending Lemon Gum leaves with oil and vinegar.
7. Preserves: Make lemon gum-infused jams, jellies, or marmalades for a distinctive flavour.
8. Roasting: Wrap meats or vegetables in Lemon Gum leaves before roasting to infuse them with a lemony scent.
9. Sweets: Use Lemon Gum leaves to flavour candies, chocolates, or meringues.
10. Grilling: Place Lemon Gum leaves on the grill to impart a lemony aroma to grilled foods.
11. Sorbet: Make Lemon Gum sorbet by infusing the leaves into a simple syrup for a refreshing dessert.
12. Potpourri: Include dried Lemon Gum leaves in homemade potpourri for a pleasant lemon fragrance.

Lemon Gum can add a unique and refreshing lemony twist to various culinary creations, making it a versatile ingredient for both sweet and savoury dishes and beverages.