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Spicy Fennel-Meyer Lemon Mignonette

Can't find Meyer lemons? Mimic their flavor by mixing half lemon zest and juice, and half orange zest and juice.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes about 3/4 cup

Ingredients

1/2 small fennel bulb, finely chopped, plus 1 tablespoon chopped fronds
2 Fresno chiles or jalapeños, seeded, finely chopped
1/2 small shallot, finely chopped
1 teaspoon finely grated Meyer lemon zest
3 tablespoons fresh Meyer lemon juice
Kosher salt

Preparation

  1. Combine fennel bulb and fronds, chiles, shallot, lemon zest, and lemon juice in a small bowl; season lightly with salt. (Serve alongside oysters.)

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