O Que É Citron?
A large, thick-skinned citrus fruit, primarily valued for its aromatic rind and zest, often candied or used in preserves.
Qual o Sabor de Citron?
Citron tem um sabor bitter (raw rind), aromatic, tangy com aromas de 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
Informação Nutricional
Per 100gSegredo do Chef
When candying citron, blanch the peel multiple times to reduce bitterness before simmering in syrup for best results.
Substitutos e Proporções de Citron
O melhor substituto para Citron é Lemon Zest, usado na proporção de 1:1. Offers similar bright citrus aroma, but less intense and thick.
| Substituto | Proporção | Melhor para |
|---|---|---|
| Lemon Zest Melhor | 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. |
Como Escolher e Armazenar Citron
- Look for firm, unblemished fruit with a strong, pleasant aroma.
- Avoid soft spots or mold.
- Often found seasonally in specialty markets.
O Que Combina Bem Com Citron?
- Candied Peel
- Preserves
- Marmalades
- Fruitcake
- Confectionery
- Liqueurs
Perguntas frequentes
Qual o sabor de Citron?
Bitter (raw rind)|Aromatic|Tangy Intensely Floral|Citrusy|Slightly Piney
Qual é um bom substituto para Citron?
O melhor substituto é Lemon Zest (1:1). Offers similar bright citrus aroma, but less intense and thick.
Como escolher e armazenar Citron?
Look for firm, unblemished fruit with a strong, pleasant aroma. Avoid soft spots or mold. Often found seasonally in specialty markets.
