makrut lime

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ma·krut lime

(mä′krŭt)

An Asian tree (Citrus hystrix) having small bright green fruit and shiny dark leaves used in cooking.

[Thai ma krùut : Thai ma, prefix forming the name of fruits (from Proto-Tai *hmaak, fruit) + Khmer krouc, citrus (from Old Khmer krvac, from Proto-Mon-Khmer *kruəc).]

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If you happen to spot glossy, deep green fresh makrut lime leaves in a well-stocked produce section or Asian market, buy a handful.