Kaffir lime, also called makrut lime, is a citrus fruit and tree grown in Southeast Asia. Its fragrant leaves and zest are widely used in Thai, Lao and Cambodian cooking.

Why is it called makrut lime instead of kaffir lime?

Many cooks and brands now say makrut lime because 'kaffir' is considered an offensive term in some regions. Weee! lists products under both names.

What does kaffir lime taste like?

Kaffir lime leaves smell intensely floral and citrusy, like lemon, lime and a hint of flowers. The fruit itself is bumpy and bitter, so cooks use the leaves and rind.

How do I use kaffir lime leaves?

Add whole leaves to soups and curries and remove them before eating, or remove the center rib and slice the leaves very thinly for salads and fish cakes. Tear leaves to release more aroma.

Can I substitute lime zest for kaffir lime leaves?

Lime zest with a little lemon zest can approximate kaffir lime leaves, but it lacks their floral aroma. Dried leaves or Makrut Lime Leaf Powder are closer substitutes.

How should I store kaffir lime leaves?

Freeze fresh kaffir lime leaves in a sealed bag to keep their aroma, or keep them in the refrigerator for a week. Store dried leaves in an airtight container away from light.

Where can I buy kaffir lime leaves near me?

Weee! delivers Asian and Hispanic groceries to your door in many U.S. areas; enter your ZIP code at weee.com to see availability and delivery options. Kaffir lime items on Weee! include Makrut (Kaffir Lime Leaves), Makrut Lime Leaf Flakes and Nirav Dry Kaffir Lime Leaves.

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Makrut Herb (Kaffir Lime Leaves)

Makrut Herb (Kaffir Lime Leaves) are fresh leaves for Thai soups, curries and fish cakes. Add whole to simmering broth or shred very thinly for a floral, citrusy aroma.

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Piyamas
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Sunny
First purchase, looks good; will buy again if it works well after trying it.
sidana.suman
Very fresh kafir lime leaves
Piyamas
good......
Yada Van Vuren
Minced pork salad topped with chopped kaffir lime leaves.
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This is so hard to find! Thank you, Wee!
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Kaffir Lime Leaves. If you have extra, these freeze beautifully in a ziplock bag for months!
Hurricanegirl
Great quality, exactly what I was looking for
Pal
Fresh as always! I will use these for duck curry today.
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I've bought this multiple times. I really love its unique aroma; stir-fried with cowpeas and mung bean sprouts, it's a perfect replica of the Urab Sayur salad I had in Bali.

#2

Makrut Lime leaves

Makrut Lime leaves are used in Thai and Southeast Asian dishes for their bright, floral citrus aroma. Add them to curries and soups, or slice thinly into salads.

$14.99

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#3

Nirav Dry Kaffir Lime Leaves (Bai Makrut), 1/3 oz pack

Nirav Dry Kaffir Lime Leaves (Bai Makrut), 1/3 oz, are a pantry-friendly dried option. Add them to simmering curries and soups and remove before serving.

$9.59

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#4

Makrut Lime Leaf Flakes

Makrut Lime Leaf Flakes are crushed kaffir lime leaves for easy seasoning. Sprinkle them into curries, soups, marinades and rice for a floral citrus note.

$12.99

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#5

Makrut (Kaffir) Lime Leaf Powder

Makrut (Kaffir) Lime Leaf Powder is a fine powder of the leaves for rubs, pastes and dressings. Use a pinch at a time for a concentrated, fragrant citrus flavor.

$12.99

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Frequently asked questions

What is kaffir lime?
Kaffir lime, also called makrut lime, is a citrus fruit and tree grown in Southeast Asia. Its fragrant leaves and zest are widely used in Thai, Lao and Cambodian cooking.
What does kaffir lime taste like?
Kaffir lime leaves smell intensely floral and citrusy, like lemon, lime and a hint of flowers. The fruit itself is bumpy and bitter, so cooks use the leaves and rind.
Can I substitute lime zest for kaffir lime leaves?
Lime zest with a little lemon zest can approximate kaffir lime leaves, but it lacks their floral aroma. Dried leaves or Makrut Lime Leaf Powder are closer substitutes.
Where can I buy kaffir lime leaves near me?
Weee! delivers Asian and Hispanic groceries to your door in many U.S. areas; enter your ZIP code at weee.com to see availability and delivery options. Kaffir lime items on Weee! include Makrut (Kaffir Lime Leaves), Makrut Lime Leaf Flakes and Nirav Dry Kaffir Lime Leaves.

Why is it called makrut lime instead of kaffir lime?
Many cooks and brands now say makrut lime because 'kaffir' is considered an offensive term in some regions. Weee! lists products under both names.
How do I use kaffir lime leaves?
Add whole leaves to soups and curries and remove them before eating, or remove the center rib and slice the leaves very thinly for salads and fish cakes. Tear leaves to release more aroma.
How should I store kaffir lime leaves?
Freeze fresh kaffir lime leaves in a sealed bag to keep their aroma, or keep them in the refrigerator for a week. Store dried leaves in an airtight container away from light.

Piyamas
very good
Sunny
First purchase, looks good; will buy again if it works well after trying it.
sidana.suman
Very fresh kafir lime leaves
Piyamas
good......
Yada Van Vuren
Minced pork salad topped with chopped kaffir lime leaves.
weee.17662180
This is so hard to find! Thank you, Wee!
weee.12607226
Kaffir Lime Leaves. If you have extra, these freeze beautifully in a ziplock bag for months!
Hurricanegirl
Great quality, exactly what I was looking for
Pal
Fresh as always! I will use these for duck curry today.
weee.7774660
I've bought this multiple times. I really love its unique aroma; stir-fried with cowpeas and mung bean sprouts, it's a perfect replica of the Urab Sayur salad I had in Bali.