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China Sha Tang Tangerine 500g

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Description/Taste


Tangerines are small to medium-sized fruits, averaging 5 to 8 centimeters in diameter, and have a flattened, oblate to obovoid appearance. Some Tangerine varieties may showcase a small neck on the stem end, and the peel is thin with a smooth, slightly leathery, and textured surface, covered in prominent oil glands creating a pebbled look. The peel also ranges in color from bright orange to dark orange-red and is loosely attached to the flesh, easily peeled and removed. Underneath the surface, the flesh is divided into 10 to 12 segments by thin white membranes and is aqueous, tender, and vibrant orange, being found seedless or containing cream-colored seeds. Tangerines should feel heavy for their size when ripe and have a soft feel when gently squeezed. The fruits are aromatic, and the flesh has a bright and refreshing, sweet to sweet-tart flavor, depending on the specific variety.

Seasons/Availability


Tangerines are available in the late fall through winter.

Current Facts


Tangerines, botanically classified as Citrus reticulata or Citrus tangerina, depending on the classification system, are sweet-tart fruits belonging to the Rutaceae family. Scientists have heavily debated how to categorize these fruits throughout history, but the term Tangerine generally describes a subspecies of mandarin oranges that were first introduced to the United States from the port of Tangiers in Morocco in the 19th century. After their introduction, Tangerines became a favored citrus among commercial growers, and several new varieties were created, expanding Tangerine cultivation worldwide. Tangerines are also distinct from commercial oranges, classified as separate species, and are favored among consumers for their more robust sweet-tart flavor, easy to peel nature, and juicy flesh. The dark red-orange, oblate fruits are sometimes generally labeled as Mandarins in commercial markets, but it is important to note that these descriptors cannot be used interchangeably as not all mandarin species are Tangerines. Despite their botanical confusion, there are many different varieties of Tangerines, with Sunburst and Dancy being the two most popular for commercial production. There are also several well-known hybrid Tangerine cultivars, including tangors, a cross between a Tangerine and a grapefruit, and tangelos, a cross between oranges and Tangerines. Many of these hybrid varieties are seedless or seeded and are promoted under the marketing names of Clementines, Murcotts, Minneolas, and Satsumas. In modern-day markets, consumers are no longer purchasing fruits generally labeled as Tangerines but are instead seeking out specific varieties, leading retailers to label Tangerines by their individual branding names for a more personalized experience.

Nutritional Value


Tangerines are an excellent source of vitamin C to strengthen the immune system while reducing inflammation and provide vitamin A to maintain healthy organ functioning. The fruits also contain potassium to balance fluid levels within the body, calcium and phosphorus to protect bones and teeth, and other nutrients, including zinc, manganese, folate, and B vitamins.

Applications


Tangerines have a sweet-tart flavor well suited for fresh and cooked preparations. The fruits are easy to peel, allowing them to be consumed straight out of hand. Tangerines are also segmented and tossed into green salads, fruit bowls, stirred into yogurt, or sprinkled over stir-fries for a pop of flavor. In addition to using the flesh whole, Tangerines can be pressed into juice and mixed into vinaigrettes, marinades, and salad dressings. The liquid can also be stirred into cocktails, mixed into fruit drinks, or blended into smoothies. In commercial markets, Tangerine juice can be sold by itself fresh or frozen from concentrate. Try incorporating Tangerine segments into baked goods, used as an edible garnish over desserts such as cakes, or simmered into jams and other preserves. Beyond the flesh, the peel can be zested fresh as added flavoring over rice and roasted meats or dried and combined with spices as additional zest. The peel can also be candied as a sweet snack. Tangerines pair well with aromatics such as ginger, garlic, scallions, and shallots, fruits including strawberries, pineapple, bananas, and mangoes, nuts such as almonds, pecans, and pistachios, honey, and meats including poultry, pork, and beef. Whole, unwashed Tangerines will keep up to one week when stored at room temperature and 1 to 2 weeks when kept in the refrigerator.


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