How to Zest a Lemon

Let’s see how you can zest a lemon.

Slice about an inch off both ends of the lemon.
Hold the lemon over a bowl so you don’t lose any seeds, and use your chef’s knife to slice down the middle of the skin.
If there is any visible white pith in your slices, trim it off with the knife (it will be quite thin).
Turn your knife around and use it to loosen each section of peel that is still attached to the fruit.
Pull up on the peel with your hand to remove it entirely in one piece, taking care not to tear it (try not to let it come apart at all).
Hold the peel over the bowl in one hand and use your fingers to slide all of the essential oils out.
Use a sharp knife to slice up your lemon sections and put them into the mixing container at this time.
Mix together with a spoon or small whisk until thoroughly combined. Enjoy!

So this is how you can zest a lemon.

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