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Tangerine

Citrus reticulata Allergen-Free
Tangerine

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Rutaceae
  • Primary Cuisine East Asian
  • Seasonality Fall to Spring
  • Source Fruit

¿Qué es Tangerine?

A small, easy-to-peel citrus fruit with sweet, slightly tart, and aromatic pulp, closely related to mandarins.

"The pocket-sized burst of sun-kissed sweetness."

¿A qué sabe Tangerine?

Sweet, Zesty, Mildly Tart

Taste
Sweet, Tangy
Texture
Juicy, Tender
Aroma
Sweet, Citrusy
Acidity
Medium

Technical Metrics

Ease of Peeling

Very easy (loose rind)

Harvest Season

Late Fall to Spring

Vitamin C Content

~26mg per 100g

Información Nutricional

Per 88 g (1 medium)
Calories53 kcal
Total Fat0.3 g
Saturated Fat0 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein0.8 g
Total Carbohydrate13 g
Dietary Fiber1.8 g
Total Sugars10 g
Calcium37 mg
Iron0.1 mg
Potassium166 mg

El Secreto del Chef

The zest of tangerines is less bitter and more aromatic than larger oranges, making it excellent for baking and finishing dishes.

Sustitutos y Proporciones de Tangerine

El mejor sustituto para Tangerine es Clementine, usado en una proporción de 1:1. Very similar in size, sweetness, and easy-to-peel nature.

Sustitutos para Tangerine con proporciones
Sustituto Proporción Mejor para
Clementine Mejor 1:1 Very similar in size, sweetness, and easy-to-peel nature.
Mandarin Orange 1:1 Often used interchangeably, with slight variations in size and sweetness.
Orange 1:1 Larger, less intense flavor, but provides similar citrus notes and juiciness.
Kumquat 1:1 (for zest) Small, edible peel, provides intense citrus aroma, but much more tart.

Cómo Elegir y Almacenar Tangerine

  1. Select tangerines that are heavy for their size, with firm, glossy skin.
  2. Avoid soft spots or mold.
  3. Store at room temperature or refrigerated.

¿Con Qué Combina Bien Tangerine?

  • Ginger
  • almonds
  • star anise
  • dark chocolate
  • duck
  • chicken
  • fish.

Preguntas frecuentes

¿A qué sabe Tangerine?

Sweet, Zesty, Mildly Tart Sweet, Citrusy

¿Cuál es un buen sustituto para Tangerine?

El mejor sustituto es Clementine (1:1). Very similar in size, sweetness, and easy-to-peel nature.

¿Cómo eliges y almacenas Tangerine?

Select tangerines that are heavy for their size, with firm, glossy skin. Avoid soft spots or mold. Store at room temperature or refrigerated.

Recetas que Usan Tangerine

Preparation Preparation Main Dish Oven

Baked Red Snapper With Citrus Tomato Topping

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this vibrant and flavorful Baked Red Snapper! Inspired by Epicurious, this recipe features a spicy, citrusy tomato topping that adds a delightful kick to flaky, baked red snapper. Quick, easy, and bursting with fresh flavors, this dish is perfect for a healthy and impressive meal.

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