Preserve | Vegan Vegetarian Gluten Free

Ginger Orange Marmalade

Zingiber officinale (ginger product) + Citrus sinensis (orange product) Allergen-Free
Ginger Orange Marmalade

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Zingiberaceae (ginger), Rutaceae (citrus)
  • Primary Cuisine European
  • Seasonality Year-Round (peak winter for oranges)
  • Source Oranges (peel, juice, pulp), Ginger, Sugar, Pectin

The Forktionary Angle

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Definition

A fruit preserve made from oranges and ginger, sugar, and pectin, combining the citrusy bitterness of oranges with the pungent spice of ginger.

Sensory Profile

TasteSweet, Bitter (orange peel), Pungent (ginger), Zesty
TextureThick, Gel-like, Chunky (fruit/ginger pieces)
AromaOrange Zest, Spicy Ginger, Sweet
AcidityHigh

Technical Metrics

Nutrition Facts

Per 1 tbsp (20g)
Calories250 kcal
Total Fat0 g
Saturated Fat0 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein0.5 g
Total Carbohydrate65 g
Dietary Fiber1.5 g
Total Sugars60 g
Calcium25 mg
Iron0.2 mg
Potassium60 mg

Chef’s Secret

Use a dollop of ginger orange marmalade to deglaze a pan after cooking duck or pork for an instant savory-sweet sauce.

Substitutions

Best Match

Orange Marmalade

1:1

Provides the primary citrus bitterness and sweetness, but lacks the ginger spice.

Ginger Marmalade

1:1

Offers the strong ginger element, but lacks the distinct orange citrus profile.

Orange Curd + Grated Ginger

Vary to taste

Provides intense orange and ginger flavor, but with a creamy, rich texture, less bitter.

Apricot Jam + Grated Ginger + Orange Zest

Vary to taste

Creates a sweet, fruity base with added ginger spice and orange aroma, less bitter.

Buying Guide

Look for vibrant color and discernible pieces of orange peel and ginger. Check for natural ingredients.

Flavor Pairings

Toast Scones Glazes for poultry or fish Marinades Desserts Yogurts.