And in fact they are not only used for their juice, which is less sour than that of other species, but also in slices or in the classic salad. Present in every corner of the island, lemon trees have been cultivated for centuries in the gardens of houses, because they provided sailors with a precious supply of vitamin C against scurvy. The goodness of the local citrus fruits is enhanced in the production of liqueurs and an excellent limoncello. Lemon also flavours the cream of the island's characteristic dessert, the Lingua di pasta sfoglia.
THE RECIPE - Lemon on a plate
Chop the garlic, mint and chilli pepper and pour them into a dish, where, together with the peeled and chopped lemons, there is a small amount of water. It is seasoned with oil and salt. Many people are not familiar with this soup, but it is a true gastronomic, fragrant and colourful flagship of the island of Procida.
