Lemon Myrtle Flakes
$8.95
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Lemon Myrtle Flakes
$8.95
Discover one of Australia's most distinctive native flavours with fragrant Lemon Myrtle Flakes.
Grown in the rainforests of northern NSW and South East Queensland, Lemon Myrtle (Backhousia citriodora) is loved for its intense lemon aroma and fresh citrus flavour. These fragrant flakes bring a bright lemon-lime character to both sweet and savoury dishes.
Why you'll love it:
• 10g tube of Lemon Myrtle Flakes
• Australian native ingredient
• Bright lemon-lime flavour and aroma
• Great for fish, chicken, soups and stocks
• Delicious in teas, baking and desserts
• Can be used in butters, sauces and confectionery
• A versatile way to explore Australian native flavours
• Grown in northern NSW and South East Queensland
A versatile Australian native herb for home cooks, bakers and anyone wanting to experiment with the distinctive flavours of bush foods.
Product details
Product: Lemon Myrtle Flakes
Botanical name: Backhousia citriodora
Size: 10g tube
Flavour: Bright lemon, citrus and lemon-lime notes
Use: Cooking, baking, tea, desserts, sauces and seasoning
Origin: Northern NSW and South East Queensland
Frequently asked questions
What do Lemon Myrtle Flakes taste like?
Lemon Myrtle has an intense, fresh lemon aroma with bright citrus and lemon-lime notes.
Where does Lemon Myrtle grow?
Lemon Myrtle, or Backhousia citriodora, grows naturally in rainforest areas of northern New South Wales and South East Queensland.
How can Lemon Myrtle Flakes be used?
They can be used with fish and chicken, in soups and stocks, teas, baking, desserts, butters, sauces and confectionery.
Why is Lemon Myrtle a useful bush food ingredient for learning?
Its distinctive aroma makes it an engaging sensory introduction to Australian native foods. Educators can use it as a starting point for learning about native plants, environments and Aboriginal food knowledge.
What is a simple classroom learning activity using Lemon Myrtle?
Invite students to observe and smell the flakes, describe the aroma and locate the plant's growing region on a map. Extend the activity by researching the plant and its uses using First Nations sources and local community knowledge where appropriate.