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Orange Honeydew Melon
Oval-to-round and a delicious cross between a cantaloupe and a honeydew, the very fleshy juicy orangish-yellow pulp of the orange honeydew melon is encased in a hard very yellow matching rind.
Mangosteen
The Purple mangosteen, botanical name Garcinia magostana, simply referred to as mangosteen, is an ultra-tropical slow growing evergreen tree that is cultivated for its edible fruit.
Grower
Eureka lemons have a peak season in late winter through early spring, and are usually available year-round.
The Eureka lemons used as the standard commercial lemon variety for its consistent flavor, firm texture, high oil content and nearly year-round growing season.
The Eureka lemon variety has classic, bright yellow skin with yellow flesh, thick, white pith, and contains few seeds. The fruit has a medium-thick, firm rind and skin, with very tart juice and a fragrant, oily peel. The pronounced, blossom-end knob is characteristic of the Eureka.
As the common lemon variety, Eureka lemons may be used in any recipe, from beverages to marmalade, in pies and vinaigrettes. They may be substituted for almost any other lemon variety because of their tart acidity, balance, and high oil content. Zest and juice for cocktails, preserve wedges in salt or use to flavor salts, syrups and marinades. Pair with oils, other citrus, poultry and seafood, baked goods, tea, or fresh fruits and vegetables. Keep refrigerated until ready to use, up to one month.
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Eureka Lemons. One
is easiest, three is harder.
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Seasons/Availability
Eureka lemons have a peak season in late winter through early spring, and are usually available year-round.
Current Facts
The Eureka lemons used as the standard commercial lemon variety for its consistent flavor, firm texture, high oil content and nearly year-round growing season.
Description/Taste
The Eureka lemon variety has classic, bright yellow skin with yellow flesh, thick, white pith, and contains few seeds. The fruit has a medium-thick, firm rind and skin, with very tart juice and a fragrant, oily peel. The pronounced, blossom-end knob is characteristic of the Eureka.
Applications
As the common lemon variety, Eureka lemons may be used in any recipe, from beverages to marmalade, in pies and vinaigrettes. They may be substituted for almost any other lemon variety because of their tart acidity, balance, and high oil content. Zest and juice for cocktails, preserve wedges in salt or use to flavor salts, syrups and marinades. Pair with oils, other citrus, poultry and seafood, baked goods, tea, or fresh fruits and vegetables. Keep refrigerated until ready to use, up to one month.
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Eureka Lemons. One
is easiest, three is harder.
