Jose Trigeros @ Sespe Creek Organics
It’s no secret that at NY Shuk we take great pride in the quality of our ingredients. Remaining mindful of how and where we source each component is key to exceptionally vibrant and fresh flavors packed in each spice blend and condiment.
SUNSHINE IN A JAR
Our Preserved Lemon Paste is the prime example of how a blend of something so seemingly straightforward has enough character to compose a complex, unique flavor profile. If you take a second (literally, no more than a second) to review the ingredient list, it’s just lemons, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and sea salt. Yet, with a magic touch of time, ancient techniques, and premium, organic lemons, the result of this culinary alchemy leaves your taste buds dancing and your mind pondering.
To create the Preserved Lemon Paste, we source certified organic, non-waxed lemons from Sespe Creek Organics, a family-owned farm located in Ventura County, California. For over 25 years, this small, yet passionate team has been on a mission to deliver eco-friendly produce to the community. The farm is CCOF certified organic, meaning all of the crops are cultivated without any synthetic pesticides, fertilizers, or herbicides. Instead, they prefer to use compost, cover crops, and foliar sprays to promote soil health and release beneficial insects on a regular basis. It is particularly crucial for us to use organic, untreated lemons since the entire fruit is used to achieve the most luscious, scrumptious, jammy paste. Additionally, in order to ensure top-notch freshness of each batch, fruits are picked and packed to order, so we get the most delicious, aromatic, and ripest lemons for our products.
All photos in this post were taken by Laura Murray for CAVA
Martin Hernandez @ Sespe Creek Organics