First, wash the lemon and dry it off with a paper towel.
Then, grab your equipment. Make sure you’re using a really sharp knife for the next step.
Next, peel off the skin of the lemon with a small fruit knife.
Make sure to cut away any leftover flesh from the lemon rind.
Then, roll the lemon skin up tight.
Hold the lemon roll and slice into several “twists” on the cutting board.
After slicing, twist the individual lemon twists more to help it hold the shape.
Finally, use your homemade lemon twists to garnish lemonades, cocktails, or flavored waters!
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Notes
Storing Lemon TwistsTo store lemon twists: transfer the lemon twists to an airtight container, label the date on the outside, and store in the refrigerator for 3-5 days.