lime Recipe Ideas – Family Meals Made Simple
Find easy and affordable recipes featuring lime. Great for lunch, dinner, or meal prep.
Recipes with lime
This Sweet and Spicy Dry Tempeh offers a harmony of textures: tempeh fried until dry and crispy combined with peanuts and crispy anchovies—each bite delivers a satisfying crunch. The sweet touch of brown sugar and sweet soy sauce blends with the warmth of spices like shallots, garlic, and fresh chilies, then enhanced by the distinctive aroma of bay leaves, kaffir lime leaves, and galangal. The slowly thickening sweet and spicy spices coat the tempeh, peanuts, and anchovies with layers of flavor full of character: fresh, warm, spicy, and sweet in one unforgettable deliciousness—perfect as a companion to warm rice or a delicious snack anytime.
This refreshing cold noodles with a secret ingredient that is perfect for the hot summer weather!
Imagine the deep red color radiating from perfectly caramelized chilies and tomatoes, releasing a fresh, spicy, and slightly sweet aroma that instantly awakens the appetite. When the first bite hits your tongue, the strong savory sensation of dried shrimp adds a rich dimension to the flavor—salty, crumbly, yet delicate with hints of the sea. The textures are balanced: the melted tomatoes blend intimately with the warm aroma of spices and chilies, while the shrimp flakes provide a crunchy surprise and flavor with each bite. The aroma of kaffir lime leaves and bay leaves creates layers of fragrant aromas that are both soothing and refreshing. This sambal isn't just a side dish—it's the soul of the dish. Perfect with warm rice, fried foods, or fresh vegetables, it transforms each dish into a captivating and characterful experience.
A bright, zesty Thai-style salad featuring tender lean pork slices with crisp cucumber and silky enoki mushrooms, finished with lime and a punchy savoury dressing. Aromatics like coriander roots, shallot, garlic, and chilli bring fragrance and heat, while fish sauce, soy sauce, and oyster sauce add that irresistible salty depth.
A modern version of beef rendang that combines the deliciousness of traditional rendang spices with a soft, rich texture. The meat is cooked until the spices are deeply absorbed, complemented by a smooth cream for a subtle touch and the fresh aroma of basil and lime leaves. The result: rendang with savory nuances, fragrant aromas, and an indulgent sensation in every bite—perfect as a special treat for the family.
A fragrant Thai-style baked fish “parcel” featuring halibut fillets nestled on cabbage and finished with a punchy blend of coriander roots, shallots, garlic, green and red chilli, and lime juice. The savoury backbone comes from soy sauce, fish sauce, and oyster sauce, balanced with a touch of sugar—bright, aromatic, and deeply satisfying when you open the paper to serve.
Vietnamese Lemongrass Grilled Pork Ribs features pork ribs coated in a lemongrass-forward marinade with garlic, lime zest and juice, fish sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, and coconut milk. It’s served with a fresh, tangy sauce made with green onion, coriander leaves, garlic, chilli powder, fish sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, and cold water—bringing a balance of savoury, sweet, citrusy, and aromatic notes in one dish. Don’t hesitate to try this recipe!
grated coconut fried to a golden hue blends harmoniously with the tender shredded chicken. Each piece of serundeng brings a balance of sweetness from the brown sugar, a touch of sourness from the tamarind juice, and the warmth of the spices—shallots, garlic, red chilies, cayenne pepper, turmeric, and coriander—that permeate throughout. The fragrance of lime leaves, galangal, and lemongrass envelops the overall aroma, creating an alluring tropical fragrance. The flavor is a dance of textures: crunchy, savory, and fragrant, with layers of complex flavors—sweet, savory, spicy, and fresh—perfect for accompanying warm rice or as a relaxing snack. This dish redefines a classic, remaining familiar yet leaving a deep flavor trail.
Firm salmon fillets, lightly seared, deliver a satisfying crispness and rich, buttery depth. A bright, citrus-y lime glaze — accented with garlic, soy and a whisper of honey and oyster sauce — wraps the fish in a lively balance of tang, savoury umami and gentle sweetness. As the sauce warms and thickens, it clings to the salmon, adding layers of shine and flavour that lift the natural richness of the fish. With each forkful comes the contrast: tender flesh, zesty lime brightness, and a subtle savoury-sweet undertone. Elegant yet comforting, this dish celebrates simple ingredients transformed into a vibrant, flavour-packed dinner — perfect with a bowl of steamed rice or fresh greens.
Marinate the pork neck with lime or lemon, fish sauce, soy sauce, and oyster sauce. The marinated pork neck is sour, sweet, salty, and fragrant, with a unique flavor. Oven-baked, the skin is golden and crispy, the inside is tender and juicy, and the oil aroma is overflowing. When you bite it, multiple flavors burst on the tip of your tongue, leaving you with an endless aftertaste. My family has a high turnover rate😀