Charred Lemons: Lemons Grilled Directly in the Embers

I have a bit of trouble finding a good Swedish name for this.

Coaled lemons, coal-grilled lemons, sooted lemons? No, I still think Charred Lemons sounds best.

This is a good way to grill lemons or other citrus fruits when the grate is full. You simply throw them straight into the embers.

If you want more easy grilling sides, you will find them among our recipes. For direct grilling over really hot embers there is also our guide to grilling methods.

How to Grill Lemons Directly in the Embers

1. Halve the lemons.
2. Start by placing them cut side down straight in the coals for a minute or so.
3. Then turn them over and place them skin side down.
4. Let them go until they have taken on a nice color.

I often throw in a few grilled lemons when I am at it anyway.

The juice from these is great. It gets sweeter and tastes lightly smoky. Really good squeezed over grilled meat or chicken.