Cumin Garlic Preserved Lemon
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"My workhorse, especially when dark, leafy greens are involved." - Ceji Johnson, @cejijo
A complimentary recipe bookmark and card are included with every jar.
Why Choose Cumin Garlic Preserved Meyer Lemon?
Transform guacamole with one step—just add a spoonful to ripe avocados for a tangy, smooth creaminess.
Cumin Garlic Preserved Lemon is seafood’s loyal companion and a fan of Asian-inspired dishes. It’s perfect with miso and sesame oil and as a rub for fish. Its lower acidity means it doesn’t “cook” seafood, making it a favorite among fishmongers. Rub 1 teaspoon per serving on raw seafood and marinate for up to 24 hours before cooking.
Grown & Made in California
We make Cumin Garlic Preserved Lemon by curing citrus from organic, family-owned California farms with salt, cumin and pickled garlic for up to three years before puréeing into a paste.
Due to the natural curing process, you may notice color variations from yellow to amber. This is normal and does not impact the flavor or quality.
Usage Tips
For a milder flavor, measure with a teaspoon or measure to taste. The longer If & When rests on raw food before cooking, the stronger the flavor and the less you need.
Spread
Toast, sandwiches and wraps
Mix
Salad dressings, marinades and cocktails
Marinate/Rub
Meats, poultry, fish and vegetables before cooking
Ingredients
Meyer lemons grown on organic, family-owned farms in California, sea salt, pickled garlic (garlic, distilled white rice wine vinegar, salt), cumin seed
No
Preservatives | Sugar | Artificial coloring | Water | Oil
Yes
Gluten-free | Dairy-free | Vegan-friendly | Keto-friendly
More
- Jar net weight: 4.2 oz. (119 g) | Filled to 4.4+ oz (about 8-9 TBS)
-Refrigerate after opening to maintain optimal flavor and texture.
-Due to the natural curing process while barrel aging with cumin, you may notice color variations from yellow to amber. This is normal and does not impact flavor or quality.
-Best by February 1, 2026. This date refers to peak flavor and texture, not product safety. Preserved Meyer Lemon Paste is shelf stable due to its high salt content and low pH. It is not an expiration date.
Customer Reviews
I wasn't sure what to expect when I added this to my guacamole, but wow—it has completely transformed my go-to recipe. Just a small spoonful mixed into mashed avocados creates this incredible depth of flavor that's bright, tangy, and complex. The cumin adds an earthy warmth while the garlic and preserved lemon bring a sophisticated citrusy punch that makes regular guacamole taste flat in comparison.
What I love is how it enhances without overpowering the avocado. The balance is perfect—you get all that savory complexity but it still tastes like elevated guacamole, not something completely different. Guests always ask what my "secret ingredient" is now.
The texture blends in smoothly, and a little really does go a long way. I've also started using it on avocado toast and with grilled fish, but honestly, the guacamole application alone makes this worth having in my kitchen. I'm already planning to order more so I never run out.
Wow, Michael! This is above and beyond. Thank you!And we learn something about our own product every time a customer shares their feedback. Thank you for making our Preserved Meyer Lemon a staple in your kitchen.
I am a real fan of Ponzu with added goodies for dipping my handheld or chopstick held Asian treat of Sushi, sashimi and rolls. Making it with IF & When's Ponzu recipe, it was way better. It perhaps would also make a great, very tasty light dressing for a tomato and cucumber salad before attacking the sushi.
Chef Don,
We’re thrilled the paste makes for a better ponzu! Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with If & When. We love reading in your blog about your culinary adventures at home and away. Thanks for making our preserved lemon paste a part of your kitchen.
You have made a glorious magical paste that makes what I thought the best avocado toast the most phenomenal AV Toast I’ve ever made. I’m hooked.
Music to our ears! Thank you for taking the time to write a review. You've made this holiday weekend extra special for If & When. We hope our Preserved Meyer Lemon has done the same for you!
