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Sour Orange

Citrus × aurantium Allergen-Free
Sour Orange

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Rutaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Latin American
  • Seasonality Winter (peak)
  • Source Fruit

¿Qué es Sour Orange?

A bitter orange variety, known for its extremely tart, acidic juice, widely used in Latin American and Caribbean cooking.

¿A qué sabe Sour Orange?

Sour Orange tiene un sabor intensely tart, bitter con aromas aromatic, floral, citrusy.

Taste
Intensely tart, bitter
Texture
Juicy, firm pulp
Aroma
Aromatic, floral, citrusy
Acidity
High

Technical Metrics

Información Nutricional

Per 60g (1 medium fruit)
Calories30 kcal
Total Fat0.1 g
Saturated Fat0 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein0.8 g
Total Carbohydrate8 g
Dietary Fiber1 g
Total Sugars1 g
Calcium20 mg
Iron0.1 mg
Potassium150 mg

El Secreto del Chef

Zest sour oranges before juicing; the highly aromatic peel contains valuable essential oils perfect for flavoring desserts and marinades.

Sustitutos y Proporciones de Sour Orange

El mejor sustituto para Sour Orange es Lime Juice + Orange Juice, usado en una proporción de 1:1. Combines the acidity of lime with the fruitiness of orange for a similar flavor profile.

Sustitutos para Sour Orange con proporciones
Sustituto Proporción Mejor para
Lime Juice + Orange Juice Mejor 1:1 Combines the acidity of lime with the fruitiness of orange for a similar flavor profile.
White Vinegar + Orange Juice 1:1 (approx) Provides acidity, but vinegar's flavor is less complex; use sparingly.
Lemon Juice 1:1 Offers strong acidity, but lacks the distinct floral bitterness of sour orange.
Tamarind Paste 1:2 (diluted) For a different kind of sourness and fruity undertone, suitable for marinades.

Cómo Elegir y Almacenar Sour Orange

  1. Select firm, heavy fruit with fragrant skin.
  2. Avoid soft spots or mold.

¿Con Qué Combina Bien Sour Orange?

  • Pork marinades (mojo)
  • ceviche
  • marmalades
  • sauces
  • salad dressings.

Preguntas frecuentes

¿A qué sabe Sour Orange?

Intensely tart, bitter Aromatic, floral, citrusy

¿Cuál es un buen sustituto para Sour Orange?

El mejor sustituto es Lime Juice + Orange Juice (1:1). Combines the acidity of lime with the fruitiness of orange for a similar flavor profile.

¿Cómo eliges y almacenas Sour Orange?

Select firm, heavy fruit with fragrant skin. Avoid soft spots or mold.

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