Dried Lemon Black available in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, and UAE-wide
Dried Lemon Black
Description
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Have you ever tasted a dish that had a mysterious, deep, and smoky tang you just couldn't put your finger on? Chances are, you were experiencing the magic of dried lemon black. Also known as loomi or black lime, this little culinary secret weapon transforms ordinary meals into extraordinary feasts. We carefully source our premium dried black lemons to bring you that authentic regional flavor right to your kitchen. If you love exploring our <a href="https://mangoes.ae/collections/whole-spices-uae">Whole Spices</a> collection, this is one pantry staple you absolutely need to try.
Discover the Magic of Loomi
So, what is it exactly? Picture a fresh, vibrant lime taking a long, salty bath and then basking in the hot sun until it turns dark, brittle, and intensely flavorful. That is the journey of our dried lemon black. It is basically nature’s flavor bomb. The outer shell gets light and crispy, while the inside turns into a dark, resinous treasure trove of concentrated zest.
A Flavor Profile Like No Other
Imagine the bright tartness of fresh citrus colliding with an earthy, slightly fermented, and wonderfully smoky backdrop. It is a complex, savory taste that dances on your palate and elevates your entire meal.
How You Can Use These Zesty Wonders
Ready to level up your cooking? These whole dehydrated lemons are absolute rockstars in traditional Middle Eastern and Persian Gulf recipes. Just pierce one with a fork and toss it into your simmering meat broths, seafood stews, or classic rice dishes like Machboos and Kabsa. As it bathes in the hot liquid, it releases a steady stream of tangy depth that marries all the ingredients together. Feeling adventurous? You can even crush or grind the brittle shell and inner flesh into a powder to create complex dry rubs and savory marinades.
Pure Ingredients and Simple Nutrition
We believe in keeping things simple and natural. Our dried lemon black is a 100% pure, single-ingredient product. We do not mess around with artificial colors, synthetic preservatives, sulfur dioxide, or chemical flavor enhancers. It is just raw, sun-dehydrated citrus. From a strictly objective nutritional standpoint, these dried limes hold onto naturally occurring dietary fiber, along with trace amounts of essential minerals like potassium and calcium, plus a touch of naturally occurring Vitamin C inherent to the citrus fruit. We pack them securely to lock in that pristine purity and aromatic density from our source to your shelf.
Pick the Perfect Size for Your Pantry
Whether you are a weekend home chef experimenting with a new recipe or a professional caterer prepping for a massive feast, we have the right size for you. We engineered our packaging to shield your loomi from moisture, light, and oxidation, keeping it highly aromatic and perfectly intact over time.
Available options include:
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250g
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500g
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1kg
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3kg
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5kg
We offer fast, reliable delivery straight to your door in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, and across the entire UAE.
More Information
Shipping & Delivery
🚚 1. Delivery Overview
At Mangoes.ae , we know that enjoying the world’s finest mangoes requires peak freshness. That is why we operate a dedicated temperature-controlled logistics network to ensure fast, reliable delivery of our premium harvest to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah, and Fujairah .
⏱️ 2. Delivery Timelines
We deliver 7 days a week (excluding official public holidays) to ensure your fruit arrives perfectly ripe and ready to enjoy.
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Dubai (Same-Day Delivery): Orders placed before 6:00 AM are delivered on the same day. Orders placed after 6:00 AM will be delivered the next day.
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Rest of UAE (Next-Day Delivery): Deliveries to Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, and major cities in the Northern Emirates are completed within 24 hours .
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Exclusions: Please note that we do not deliver to remote areas (including but not limited to Al Dhafra/Western Region, Hatta, and far-off desert locations). We only deliver within the city limits of the seven Emirates.
💰 3. Shipping Charges
We are pleased to offer FREE Delivery on all orders over AED 200 .
For orders under AED 200, the following flat delivery rates apply:
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AED 20: Dubai, Sharjah, and Ajman.
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AED 30: Abu Dhabi (City), Al Ain, Ras Al Khaimah, Umm Al Quwain, and Fujairah.
📦 4. The Delivery Process
We keep you informed at every step of your mangoes' journey:
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Confirmation: You will receive an immediate email or SMS confirmation once your order is placed.
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Dispatch: We will notify you the moment your fresh mangoes leave our cold-storage facility.
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Courier Contact: Prior to arrival, our driver will reach out via WhatsApp or a phone call to confirm your live location and availability. Please keep your mobile phone handy to ensure a seamless delivery experience.
⚠️ 5. Delivery Requirements
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Address Accuracy: For your security, we only ship to the address provided at checkout. Please note that we cannot alter the delivery address once the driver is en route.
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Hand-to-Hand Delivery: While a signature is not required, our quality standards mandate a strict hand-to-hand delivery . To maintain the structural integrity and optimal temperature of the fruit, we will not leave packages unattended at reception desks or doorsteps.
🛡️ 6. Damaged or Missing Items
We take exceptional care in packaging our premium mangoes. However, as they are perishable, please inspect your package immediately upon receipt. If an item is damaged or missing:
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Report the issue to us within 24 hours .
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Send a clear photo of the damaged fruit or box to our WhatsApp support team.
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Please refer to our Refund Policy for complete details.
📞 7. Contact Our Logistics Team
Need to track your order, update your details, or reschedule a delivery? We are here to help.
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Track via WhatsApp: +971 50 511 8766
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Email Support: info@mangoes.ae
Disclaimer
Due to hot summer season, we deliver only semi ripe mangoes.
Mango Nutrition
Mangoes are the versatile, juicy super fruit you are going to love. They are guilt free good for you!
- One cup of Mangoes is just 100 calories, so it is a satisfyingly sweet treat.
- One cup of mango provides 100% of the daily value for Vitamin C, which plays an important role in immune function.
- One cup of mango is a good source of Vitamin A, which is important for immune function and helps maintain healthy skin.
- Mangoes contain over 20 different vitamins and minerals, helping to make them a superfood.
- One cup of mango is rich in folate, which helps maintain cardiovascular function.
- One cup of mango is a good source of fiber, which helps you feel full faster.
- Each serving of mango is fat free, sodium free and cholesterol free.
How to tell if a Mango is ripe
- To check for ripeness, focus on FEEL not color because every variety is a different color when ripe. For example, yellow or red does not necessarily mean ripe.
- Squeeze gently to judge ripeness. A ripe mango will give slightly, indicating soft flesh inside.
- Use your experience with produce such as peaches or avocados, which also become softer as they ripen.
- Ripe Mangoes will sometimes have a fruity aroma at their stem ends.
How to ripen Mangoes
- Keep unripe Mangoes at room temperature. Mangoes should not be refrigerated before they are ripe.
- Mangoes will continue to ripen at room temperature, becoming sweeter and softer over several days.
- To speed up ripening, place Mangoes in a paper bag at room temperature, and store for approximately 2 days or until the Mangoes are ripe.
- Once ripe, Mangoes can be moved to the refrigerator to slow down ripening for several days.
How to store mangoes
- Once ripe, Mangoes should be moved to the refrigerator, which will slow down the ripening process.
- Whole, ripe Mangoes may be stored for up to five days in the refrigerator.
- Mangoes can be peeled, cubed and placed in an airtight container in the refrigerator for several days or in the freezer for up to six months.
