¿Qué es Citron?
A large, thick-skinned citrus fruit, primarily valued for its aromatic rind and zest, often candied or used in preserves.
¿A qué sabe Citron?
Citron tiene un sabor bitter (raw rind), aromatic, tangy con aromas intensely floral, citrusy, slightly piney.
- Taste
- Bitter (raw rind), Aromatic, Tangy
- Texture
- Fibrous (pith), Pulpy (flesh)
- Aroma
- Intensely Floral, Citrusy, Slightly Piney
- Acidity
- High
Technical Metrics
Información Nutricional
Per 100gEl Secreto del Chef
When candying citron, blanch the peel multiple times to reduce bitterness before simmering in syrup for best results.
Sustitutos y Proporciones de Citron
El mejor sustituto para Citron es Lemon Zest, usado en una proporción de 1:1. Offers similar bright citrus aroma, but less intense and thick.
| Sustituto | Proporción | Mejor para |
|---|---|---|
| Lemon Zest Mejor | 1:1 | Offers similar bright citrus aroma, but less intense and thick. |
| Orange Zest | 1:1 | Sweeter and less bitter, but provides citrus aroma. |
| Lime Zest | 1:1 | More tart and pungent, but can work for citrus notes. |
| Grapefruit Zest | 1:1 | More bitter than lemon, closer to citron's inherent bitterness. |
Cómo Elegir y Almacenar Citron
- Look for firm, unblemished fruit with a strong, pleasant aroma.
- Avoid soft spots or mold.
- Often found seasonally in specialty markets.
¿Con Qué Combina Bien Citron?
- Candied Peel
- Preserves
- Marmalades
- Fruitcake
- Confectionery
- Liqueurs
Preguntas frecuentes
¿A qué sabe Citron?
Bitter (raw rind)|Aromatic|Tangy Intensely Floral|Citrusy|Slightly Piney
¿Cuál es un buen sustituto para Citron?
El mejor sustituto es Lemon Zest (1:1). Offers similar bright citrus aroma, but less intense and thick.
¿Cómo eliges y almacenas Citron?
Look for firm, unblemished fruit with a strong, pleasant aroma. Avoid soft spots or mold. Often found seasonally in specialty markets.
