Published Dec 31, 2019 Updated Oct 01, 2024
What Is Calamansi
Calamansi is a variety of lime tree found in Southeast Asia countries. Its juice is used in many Southern Asian cuisines such as Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore and Indonesia. It’s a key ingredient in many Malaysian recipes and Nyonya or Peranakan food.
Calamansi Lime
The lime is a citrus plant and hybrid between orange and lime. It has orange fruit and pulp but the juice is sour and tart. I personally think that Calamansi lime imparts great flavors and aroma compared to Japanese yuzu lime. It has an intense citrusy fragrance unlike other variety of limes. The citrus is not widely available in the United States now but I foresee that many chefs will soon discover its culinary nuance.
Calamansi Juice
Calamansi juice is used in Malaysian recipes below:
Sambal belacan. This is the chili condiment in Malaysia. It uses the juice from calamansi lime for the citrusy flavor. Penang Asam Laksa Mee Siam Ikan Bakar (Grilled Fish with Banana Leaves)
My favorite is calamansi drink. It’s a cold beverage made by extracting the juice into an icy drink. The drink is absolutely refreshing and delightful especially on a hot summer day!
What To Serve With This Recipe
Serve the cold beverage with some classic Malaysian dishes. I recommend the following recipes. I hope you enjoy this post as much as I do. If you try my recipe, please leave a comment and consider giving it a 5-star rating. For more easy and delicious recipes, explore my Recipe Index, and stay updated by subscribing to my newsletter and following me on Facebook, Pinterest, and Instagram for new updates.
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