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Lime twists are useful as a cocktail garnish or as a salad or cake decoration. They're very easy to make.
Ingredients
- Lime
Steps
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Wash the lime to clean it. Since the peel will come into contact with the food or drink, it needs to be cleaned. Wipe dry with a kitchen towel. [1] X Trustworthy Source US Food and Drug Administration U.S. government agency responsible for promoting public health Go to source -
Place the lime on the wooden cutting board.Advertisement -
Cut a thin slice through the lime. Cut as many thin slices as you'll need to use for garnish or decoration. [2] X Research source -
Place the slice flat on the cutting board . Using the knife, make a small cut halfway through the lime slice. [3] X Research source
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Pick up the cut lime slice. Twist the two sides of the cut (slit) in opposite directions. Then fold around. The lime slice is now a lime twist and is ready to use as a garnish.
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Repeat with the remaining lime slices.
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Things You'll Need
- Sharp knife and cutting board
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