Also known as loomi, black limes are sun-dried limes prized in Persian, Iraqi, and Gulf cuisines. Their intense flavor is deeply tangy, smoky, and slightly fermented, with citrus brightness softened by a mysterious earthy bitterness. Crushed into stews, ground into spice blends, or simmered whole in broths, black limes add soul to slow-cooked dishes and transform simple ingredients into fragrant, memorable meals.