Setouchi Hiroshima lemon
Hiroshima prefecture boasts the largest lemon production in Japan. “Setouchi Hiroshima Lemon” grown in a warm climate does not use mildew-proofing agents, so you can even eat the skin. Introducing exquisite gourmet foods using lemons, represented by the most popular “Hiroshima Lemon Nabe” (pot)!
The number one lemon producing prefecture in Japan
Ship fresh lemons throughout the year
The nutritious Hiroshima lemon bathed in the sun in the warm climate of Setouchi.
In Hiroshima prefecture, which boasts the largest production volume in Japan, it is produced mainly in the island regions such as Kure City, Onomichi City, and Osakikamijima Town. Starting with hothouse lemons in August, we ship bright green lemons from October to November, and familiar yellow lemons from December to May.
Furthermore, with the development of storage and packaging technology, lemons packaged individually can now be shipped from June to August, and fresh lemons can be tasted throughout the year.
You can even eat the skin!
“The Hiroshima Brand”
“Hiroshima Lemon”, a JA Hiroshima Fruit Ren-registered product, is certified as “The Hiroshima Brand,” which is certified by Hiroshima City as a specialty product.
It is particularly excellent, and the fresh fruit has a high aroma and a refreshing feeling! Combined with mellow acidity, it is reputed to be delicious.
Healthy “Hiroshima Lemon Nabe”
The best match between seasonal vegetables and lemons
“Hiroshima lemon nabe” is a pot filled with seasonal vegetables and any kind of meat (chicken, pork, etc.,) and lemon slices placed on top.
Lemons are popular among women because they contain a lot of vitamin C and are said to have excellent skin-beautifying effects. The refreshing soup with lemon juice is also popular.
The “Hiroshima Lemon Nabe no Moto (broth)” which is easy to cook, is on sale in Hiroshima ! Why not buy it as a souvenir?
“Setouchi Hiroshima Lemon Recipe” Here is the recipe !
There are many variations of recipes using lemons
Here, we introduce a variety of lemon recipes, such as cooking recipes that use lemon peel, recipes using green lemons that have a refreshing aroma and sourness, and recipes that use plenty of lemon juice.
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(* Images of lemon recipes posted are provided from 40 recipes from “Setouchi Hiroshima Lemon”.)
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Lemon yellowtail
“Lemon yellowtail” is grown by mixing the juice of Hiroshima lemons to yellowtail's feed farmed on Atadajima in Otake City, Hiroshima Prefecture.
By mixing citrus fruits into the bait, the fishy smell is reduced, and the citrus flavor with a faint scent become clear. Especially in winter, when it's the best season to eat it, we recommend sashimi as well as shabu-shabu.
Nowadays, it is named “Atata Hamachi to Lemon” and efforts to brand it have begun.
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