Produce Briefs...
Maui Onions
Two characteristics set the Maui onion apart from other yellow onions: the high sugar and high moisture content of its flesh.
Cantaloupe Melon
The cantaloupe is defined by two elements: its roughly netted stone and green colored skin and its aromatic orange-coral colored flesh. When perfectly ripe, the flesh is juicy, unctuous and sweet.
Grower
Seasons/Availability
The Perfection tangerine is available from late winter to early spring.
Current Facts
The perfection tangerine was never released to the public by the University of Riverside. Polito Farms participated in a test study and the few trees they planted via the University still grow and produce the commercially unreleased tangerine today.
Description/Taste
The perfection mandarin is seedless in all conditions. It is rounded and flattened in shape, and has a thin, medium-orange colored rind. Its flesh is extremely juicy and its flavor is rich and sweet.
Applications
Like the clementine, the Perfection tangerine has an ideal balance of acidity and sweetness, making it is suitable for eating fresh and for use in cooked preparations. Add whole segments to cakes and salads, or juice for frozen desserts, cocktails, or vinaigrette. Pair fresh segments with olives, honey, peppery greens, avocado, citrus and seafood. Use Perfection tangerine fruit, zest and juice in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine. Perfection tangerines will keep at room temperature but should be refrigerated for longer storage.
Geography/History
The perfection tangerine grows in a coastal citrus growing region of Southern California, where many citrus varieties flourish in its temperate weather conditions.
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Perfection Tangerine. One
is easiest, three is harder.
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Seasons/Availability
The Perfection tangerine is available from late winter to early spring.
Current Facts
The perfection tangerine was never released to the public by the University of Riverside. Polito Farms participated in a test study and the few trees they planted via the University still grow and produce the commercially unreleased tangerine today.
Description/Taste
The perfection mandarin is seedless in all conditions. It is rounded and flattened in shape, and has a thin, medium-orange colored rind. Its flesh is extremely juicy and its flavor is rich and sweet.
Applications
Like the clementine, the Perfection tangerine has an ideal balance of acidity and sweetness, making it is suitable for eating fresh and for use in cooked preparations. Add whole segments to cakes and salads, or juice for frozen desserts, cocktails, or vinaigrette. Pair fresh segments with olives, honey, peppery greens, avocado, citrus and seafood. Use Perfection tangerine fruit, zest and juice in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine. Perfection tangerines will keep at room temperature but should be refrigerated for longer storage.
Geography/History
The perfection tangerine grows in a coastal citrus growing region of Southern California, where many citrus varieties flourish in its temperate weather conditions.
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Perfection Tangerine. One
is easiest, three is harder.| Raccoon and Lobster |
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When life gives you un-peelable tangerines, make Tangerine Granita |
| White on Rice Couple |
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Double PerfectionTangerine Sidecar Cocktail |
