lemon zest

• Partie externe et colorée de l'écorce du citron, riche en huiles essentielles aromatiques, utilisée pour parfumer et rehausser le goût des plats, pâtisseries et boissons.

The outermost, brightly colored part of a lemon peel, containing aromatic oils, used to add flavor and fragrance to culinary dishes, baked goods, and beverages.

1. Grated lemon peelB1formal

   The outer, colored part of the lemon peel, grated or cut into thin strips, used to add flavor to food and drinks.

   zeste de citron

   • Add a teaspoon of lemon zest to the cake batter for extra flavor.
   • The recipe calls for the zest of one lemon.
   • Garnish the cocktail with a twist of lemon zest.