process — for example, freezing and thawing
the lemons to speed salt penetration, then
salting for a few hours or days — will bring
about some chemical changes as the oil glands
are disrupted and their contents mix with
other substances, but not the full flavor
development of fermentation.
Other Citrus Fruits Lesser-known citrus
fruits that are worth knowing about include
the following:
Bergamot, C. bergamia, possibly a cross
between the sour orange and sweet lime
(C. limettoides), is grown mainly in Italy
for its floral-scented rind oil. It was one
of the components of the original eau de
cologne developed in 17th-century
Germany, and is mainly used in
perfumes, tobaccos, and Earl Grey tea.
Kumquats, species of the genus
Fortunella, are bite-size fruits that are
eaten whole, thin rind and all. They are