how many grams in a tablespoon of lemon juice?

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• How much juice does one lemon give in tablespoons?
  A medium lemon yields about 3 tablespoons of juice, or roughly 42-45 g. Larger Sunkist-style lemons can push 4 tablespoons; smaller ones from a backyard tree might give 2. Roll the lemon firmly on the counter before cutting and squeeze with the cut side facing up through your fingers — you'll get noticeably more out of the same fruit.
• How many tablespoons of lemon juice for a vinaigrette?
  Standard ratios run 1 tablespoon lemon juice (14 g) to 3 tablespoons oil for a sharp dressing, or 1 to 4 for a softer one. For a Caesar or a lemon-tahini dressing where lemon is the headline, you might double the juice. Bottled works here in a pinch — the oil and salt cover a lot of flatness — but fresh is still better.
• Can I deglaze a pan with a tablespoon of lemon juice?
  Yes — 1-2 tablespoons of lemon juice loosens fond from a hot pan the same way wine or stock would, and the acid brightens whatever sauce you're building on top. Add it off the heat first to avoid scorching the sugars in the juice, then return to low heat to reduce. Works especially well for chicken, fish, and shrimp pan sauces.

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