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For Chefs

A preserved citrus ingredient for chefs who want somewhere new to go.

Clean, consistent, professionally presented — and open-ended. Here is what it is, and how kitchens are using it.

Ingredient overview

Ngam Ngov is a salt-cured lime: whole fruit, salted and matured. It behaves like a preserved citrus — acid and salt in one — with a savory depth and aromatic peel.

Flavor profile

CitrusSalinityGentle bitternessUmami depthAromatic peel

Formats available

  • Whole fruitMaximum control — segment, mince, or blend.
  • Sauce (in development)Pourable, line-ready.
  • Powder (in development)Finishing and seasoning.
  • Syrup (in development)Bar and pastry.

Culinary applications

  • Sauces and glazes
  • Marinades and brines
  • Dressings
  • Broths and stocks
  • Grilled meats and poultry
  • Seafood
  • Cocktails and soft drinks
  • Desserts

Sample dish concepts

Duck à la Ngam Ngov

Duck à l’orange, reimagined around salinity and acidity.

Preserved-lime beurre blanc

The brine replaces the reduction’s sharpness.

Citrus-cured crudo

Brine and oil, nothing else.

Samples & wholesale

Request a sample or discuss a collaboration.

Tell us about your kitchen and what you’re exploring. Samples and collaborations are handled personally.