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🍋 LEMON MYRTLE – Australia’s native citrus star
Late Night Double Feature is part of Ingredients & Beyond. It’s a place for ingredient stories that sit outside the A–Z. These are quiet, late-night explorations of food origins. They focus on character and craft. They are opened slowly, observed closely, and shared for curiosity rather than instruction.
Zesty, fresh, and unmistakably Aussie—Lemon Myrtle brings sunshine to every dish. This leafy gem is native to the rainforests of Queensland. Indigenous Australians have used it for centuries for its uplifting flavour. They also value its healing properties. Today, it’s a hero in kitchens across the country.
Crush a leaf and you’ll get a blast of pure lemon scent. That’s citral. It is the natural oil that makes Lemon Myrtle so distinctive. It’s more lemony than lemons, and that’s saying something.
🌿 Why we love it
Bright flavour: Clean, citrusy, and vibrant. A little goes a long way.
Versatile: Use it in desserts, teas, dressings, sauces, marinades—you name it.
Wellness bonus: Naturally antibacterial and antioxidant-rich. It’s as good for your body as it is for your taste buds.
🍽️ How to use Lemon Myrtle
- Infuse into cream or syrup for desserts like panna cotta or lemon myrtle shortbread 🍪
- Sprinkle over fish or chicken before roasting 🍗
- Add to herbal teas or homemade lemonade 🍋
- Mix into salad dressings, oils, or sauces for an instant citrus lift 🥗
💡 Did you know?
Lemon Myrtle is sometimes called the “Queen of the Lemon Herbs”—and for good reason. It’s one of the most aromatic Australian natives. It is also one of the most commercially successful. It is now used in cosmetics, cleaners, and natural remedies.
✨ In a nutshell
Fresh, fragrant, and fiercely lemony—Lemon Myrtle is your go-to for brightening up any dish. Whether you’re baking, brewing, or blending, it adds that special something only native ingredients can deliver.
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