Can I use True Lemon, True Lime or True Orange in place of zest in a recipe?
A. If you are using the zest of a lemon, lime or orange for decorative purposes than you’ll need to use a fresh lemon, lime or orange. However, if you are using zest as an ingredient, you can use True Lemon, True Lime or True Orange. The equivalent is 2 packets for 1 tablespoon of zest. If you are using the zest of a lemon, lime or orange for decorative purposes than you’ll need to use a fresh lemon, lime or orange. However, if you are using zest as an ingredient, you can use True Lemon, True Lime or True Orange. The equivalent is 2 packets for 1 tablespoon of zest.