What is a Kaffir Lime?
The kaffir or kieffer lime tree is a Southeast Asian citrus variety which has a distinctive flavor that infuses many classic dishes from this region of the world. Thai food in particular uses a great deal of kaffir lime, and it also appears in foods from Indonesia, Cambodia, Sri Lanka, China, and Malaysia, among others. Fresh kaffir lime leaves and fruit are sometimes available in Asian markets, and the dried leaves are often readily available, especially in areas with a large Thai population. Kaffir lime can also be grown at home in USDA zones 10 and 11.
