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Moro Blood Oranges

Inventory, 15 lbs : 16.94
This item was last sold on : 10/15/18

• 83 Featured Restaurants

• 96 Recipe Ideas

• 34 Spots

Description/Taste

Moro blood oranges are a medium-sized citrus variety with a thin rind that is rich in oil. The exterior pink blushing is directly correlated to the color of the inner flesh. The nearly seedless pulp has a magenta tint and can range from subtle blonde and pink streaks to a fully saturated dark burgundy color. The oranges with the deepest pigmentation will exhibit more intense sweet berry notes characteristic to blood oranges. They are relatively juicy and considerably more acidic when harvested in the early winter months as compared to later season Moros which tend to be slightly less tart.

Seasons/Availability

Moro blood orange season ranges from winter into late spring or early summer.

Current Facts

Moro blood oranges are an Italian variety of Citrus sinensis. Their color is due to a pigment called anthocyanin, not usually present in citrus but common in other red fruits and flowers. Fluctuations in temperature greatly affect the degree in which blood oranges develop their characteristic blush. Though the Moro can vary greatly in this respect, no other blood orange variety is known to exhibit such deeply red colored fruits.

Nutritional Value

Moro blood oranges are a good source of Vitamin C, potassium, folate, dietary fiber and most notably antioxidants supplied by its anthocyanin content.

Applications

Moro blood oranges are both intensely flavored and colored, adding a unique citrus flavor as well as visual appeal to a dish. They are often used raw, but stand up well in cooked applications and may be paired with sweet or savory flavors. The classic Maltaise sauce, a traditional hollandaise spiked with the zest and juice of blood orange, pairs well with seafood and vegetables such as asparagus and broccoli. Use the juice in cocktails, syrups, sorbets, sauces or vinaigrettes. Reduce the flesh and rind down into a burgundy colored, sweet-tart marmalade. Moro blood oranges pair with other citrus, mint, tarragon, soft cheeses, seafood, shallots, olives, tequila, chocolate and yogurt.

Ethnic/Cultural Info

The word Moro may be traced to the Moorish influence in the Mediterranean region during the 8th century. Originally a term used to describe the indigenous people of Africa, it became a common word used to describe something with dark pigmentation. The red-tinged citrus quickly adopted this same nomenclature.

Geography/History

It is believed the first natural mutation of the Moro blood orange occurred from a Sanguinello Moscato variety in the mid 20th century in Sicily. In its native Mediterranean growing region, the Moro makes up a third of the local citrus market. Outside of Italy, however, California is the only place it is commercially grown.

Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.

Ebisu Sushi Bar	San Diego CA	619-297-3119
El Jardin Restaurant	San Diego CA	619-356-5444
The Land & Water Company Bar	Carlsbad CA	760-729-5263
Nolita Hall	San Diego CA	619-618-8820
Brigantine Corp	San Diego CA	858 926 9644
La Costa Resort & Spa Pastry	Carlsbad CA	760-431-8455
Belmont Park Entertainment	San Diego CA	858-228-9283
Primavera Ristorante	Coronado CA	619-435-0454
Mille Fleurs	Rancho Santa Fe CA	858-756-3085
LPM Master Tenant, LLC- Mess Hall	San Diego CA	619-522-6890
Brockton Villa Restaurant	San Diego CA	858-454-7393
WaterBar	San Diego CA	619-308-6500
You & Yours Distilling Co.	San Diego CA	214-693-6619
Viejas Casino Grove Steakhouse	Alpine CA	800-295-3172
Yoann Taboyan, Personal Chef	San Diego CA	347-277-1958
The Compass	Carlsbad CA	760-434-1900
Witts Pickles	San Diego CA	818-635-7587
Brothers' Provisions	San Diego CA	855-850-2767
Pendry SD (In Room Dining)	San Diego CA	619-738-7000
Lauberge Del MarLauberge	Del Mar CA	858-259-1515

the other 63...

Urge Gastropub and Whiskey Bank - Oceanside	Oceanside CA	858-395-8809
Cueva Bar	San Diego CA	619-269-6612
Smoking Gun (Bar)	San Diego CA	619-276-6700
Ballast Point Brewing - Little Italy Brewery	San Diego CA	619-298-2337
Belmont Park Cannonball	San Diego CA	858-228-9283
Park & Rec	San Diego CA	619-295-3173
Red Door Friends	San Diego CA	619-295-6000
Counterpoint	San Diego CA	619-564-6722
Sublime Ale House-San Marcos	San Marcos CA	760-510-9220
San Diego Culinary Institute Inc.	La Mesa CA	619-644-2100
619 Spirits	San Diego CA	619-940-6456
Terra Restaurant	San Diego CA	619-293-7088
The Crack Shack-San Diego (Bar)	San Diego CA	619-269-9036
Lafayette Hotel	San Diego CA	619-296-2101
Churchill's Pub and Grille	San Marcos CA	760-471-8773
Rancho Valencia	Del Mar CA	858-756-1123
Venissimo Cheese North Park	San Diego CA	619-376-1834
Tiger Tiger	San Diego CA	619-764-5475
Convivial Catering	San Diego CA	760-828-8762
Hash House A Go Go	San Diego CA	619-298-4646
Pendry SD (Provisional)	San Diego CA	619-738-7000
Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe	Rancho Santa Fe CA	858-759-6063
Hotel Palomar Salt Box - Bar	San Diego CA	619-515-4062
Campfire	Carlsbad CA	858-231-0862
Crown Point Catering	San Diego CA	619-223-1211
Madison	San Diego CA	619-822-3465
InterContinental Vistal Bar	San Diego CA	619-501-9400
Root Cellar Catering Co.	San Diego CA	760-846-2092
Polite Provisions	San Diego CA	619-677-3784
El Dorado Lounge	San Diego CA	858-531-5062
Sheraton Carlsbad (20/20)	Carlsbad CA	760-827-2400
Covo La Jolla	La Jolla CA	858-246-6721
Pali Wine Company	San Diego CA	310-893-0038
Fishmonger's Market	San Diego CA	619-646-5238
La Costa Resort & Spa Main Kitchen	Carlsbad CA	760-930-7063
Ballast Point Brewing - Temecula	Temecula CA	619-295-3173
The LOT (La Jolla)	La Jolla CA	619-987-9537
Two Seven Eight	San Diego CA	619-278-0080
Gaslamp Union Kitchen & Tap	San Diego CA	619-795-9463
Kettner Exchange Bar	San Diego CA	312-415-5455
The Lion Share	San Diego CA	619-564-6924
Urban Solace	San Diego CA	619-295-6464
Marriott Courtyard Nolen	San Diego CA	619-544-1004
Pantai Inn	La Jolla CA	858-224-7600
One Door North	San Diego CA	858-232-4220
US Grant Hotel Grill	San Diego CA	619-232-3121
Shipping Order	San Diego CA	619-295-3172
The Tavern	Coronado CA	602-628-5890
Urban Kitchen	San Diego CA	619-239-2222
10 Barrel Brewing Co.	San Diego CA	619-886-2743
Catamaran Beverage	San Diego CA	858-488-1081
insideOUT	San Diego CA	619-793-9221
Culinary Concepts	San Diego CA	858-530-1885
The Miller's Table	Oceanside CA	310-694-4091
Coast Catering	Escondido CA	619-295-3173
The Hive Bar & Grill	Wildomar CA	951-678-0722
Miho Gastrotruck	San Diego CA	619-867-4295
Holsem Coffee	San Diego CA	650-773-6435
Solace & the Moonlight Lounge	Encinitas CA	760-753-2433
Herb & Wood Bar	San Diego CA	619-955-8495
The Smoking Goat	San Diego CA	858-232-4220
Decoy Dockside Restaurant	San Marcos CA	760-653-3230
The Patio On 101	Encinitas CA	858-270-9900

Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Moro Blood Oranges. One

is easiest, three is harder.

A Cozy Kitchen		Blood Orange Poppy Seed Scones
The View from Great Island		Roasted Chicken with Allspice and Citrus
One Vanilla Bean		Blood Orange and Meyer Lemon Macarons
Whitney Bond		Blood Orange Baked Salmon & Carrots
A Beautiful Plate		Blood Orange Almond Chocolate Bark
A Drunken Duck		Roast Duck with Blood Orange-Littet Sauceq
A Beautiful Mess		Blood Orange Lemon Fizz
The Girl on Bloor		Blood Orange & Coconut Sorbet
Eat The Gains		Blood Orange Chia Pudding
Cooking on the Weekends		Blood Orange-Turmeric Upside Down Pound Cake

the other 86...

Food 52		Pistachio Meringue Cake with Citrus, Candied Kumquats, & Cardamom Caramel Sauce
Fashionable Foods		blackened Salmon and Kale Bowls
Sugar & Soul		Spicy Blood Orange Lil' Smokies
A Beautiful Mess		Blood Orange Bloody Mary
A Cookie Named Desire		Blood Orange Creme Brulee
Brooklyn Homemaker		Beet and Blood Orange Bundt Cake
A Cookie Named Desire		Blood Orange Curd
A Zesty Bite		Blood Orange Vinaigrette
Baking a Moment		Rice Pudding with Blood Oranges in Vanilla Cardamom Syrup
Kitchen At Hoskins		Blood Orange Jalapeño Margarita
Good Food		Blood Orange Jelly
Saveur		Blood Orange and Onion Salad
Good Food		Blood Orange, Fennel and Prawn Salad
Dagmar's Kitchen		Blood Orange, Smoked Salmon and Edamame Salad with Mint Dressing
Wife Mama Foodie		Vegan Blood Orange Sweet Rolls
Baby Bird's Farm and Cocina		Roasted beets, Radishes, Squash and Green Beans with Orange-Dill vinaigratte
Not Quite Nigella		Upside Down Blood Orange Cake
Getty Stewart		How to Make Orange Celery Salad
Fork Knife Swoon		Creamy Coconut and Blood Orange Popsicles
Tutti Dolci		Blood Orange & Almond Scones
Giraffes Can Bake		Blood Orange Mini Tarts
A Bachelor and His Grill		Sicilian Blood Orange Spring Salad
Wife Mama Foodie		Blood Orange Spelt Muffins
Shockingly Delicious		Dutch Baby Oven Pancake with Blueberries and Blood Oranges
A Beautiful Plate		Triple-Citrus Tart with Chocolate Crust and Berries
A Cookie Named Desire		Blood Orange Chocolate Cupcakes
Erica's Recipes		Blood Orange and Dark Chocolate Brownies
North Dixie Kitchen		Candied Blood Orange Shortbread Cookies
Fooduzzi		Blood Orange Mojitos
A Cookie Named Desire		Blood Orange Ice Cream with Raspberries
Eating Out Loud		Moro Blood Orange 'Lemon' Bars
The Worktop		Blood Orange Whipped Butter
Saveur		Honey-Grilled Chicken with Citrus Salad
Seasons And Suppers		Dutch Baby With Blood Orange Syrup
Eat the Love		Blueberry Muffins Recipe with Blood Oranges
Nutmeg Nanny		Blood Orange Ginger Margarita
The Baker Chick		Blood Orange Curd Bars
The Pretty Bee		Blood Orange Banana Smoothie
Blahnik Baker		Blood Orange Moscow Mule
Preppy Kitchen		Blood Orange Thyme Cake
Sugar and Charm		Lemonade Mimosas with Blood Orange
Call Me Cupcake		Blood Orange Upside Down Cake
Always Order Dessert		Pan-Seared Chilean Sea Bass in a Blood Orange Butter Sauce
Sprinkle Bakes		Blood Orange Winter Watercolor Cake
Eat the Love		Blood Orange Lemon Vanilla Infused Shaker Pie
Wife Mama Foodie		Blood Orange Poppy Seed Doughnuts
The Girl on Bloor		Blood Orange Gin and Tonics
Just a Little Bit of Bacon		Easy Puff Pastry Blood Orange Galettes
Brooklyn Homemaker		Winter Salad with Spiced Pork Chops
Tatyana's Everyday Food		Vanilla Citrus Tart
A Beautiful Mess		Simple & Comforting Vegan Shepherd's Pie
Fabtastic Life		Glazed Blood Orange Blondies
A Beautiful Plate		Small Batch Almond Raspberry Cakes
Shockingly Delicious		Edamame Salad with Persimmon, Peppers and Pine Nuts {Vegan, Gluten-Free}
A Cozy Kitchen		Buckwheat Pancakes (Dairy-Free-,Gluten-Free but not Gross)
Nyssa's Kitchen		Blood Orange and Cardamom Pistachio No Bake Greek Yogurt Cheesecake
A Calculated Whisk		Blood Orange Mascarpone Panna Cotta
Salt and Lavender		Spiralized Raw Beet Salad with Blood Oranges
Fox and Briar		Blood Orange Margaritas with Smoky Salt
The View from Great Island		Asparagus Roasted with Blood Oranges
The Cake Blog		Raspberry Blood Orange Cake
Food Arts		Chocolate/Almond Tortellini with Blood Oranges & Pine Nuts
Clean Eating Non-Hippe		Jeweled Winter Salad with Blood Oranges and Avocado
The Girl on Bloor		Blood Orange & Kale Salad with Freekeh
Garlic & Zest		Sweet Heat Sunshine Salad
Preppy Kitchen		Blood Orange Margarita
How Sweet Eats		Creamy Winter Vanilla Bean Chia Pudding with Blood Orange Syrup
The Girl on Bloor		Boozy Beet & Pomegranate Lemonade
Savory Nothings		Scrambled Eggs with Citrus
Fooduzzi		Blood Orange Ginger Juice
Dagmar's Kitchen		Almond, Millet and Cheddar Scones with rosemary Citrus Compote
What's Gaby Cooking		Citrus Avocado Salad
Garlic & Zest		Tropical Blood Orange Smoothie
Sprinkle Bakes		Orange Yogurt Loaf Cake
A Bachelor and His Grill		Grilled Citrus and Herb-Stuffed Red Snapper
Fashionable Foods		Sriracha Glazed Salmon with Spiralized Celery Root Salad
Good Food		Blood Orange and Champagne Sorbet
Snappy Gourmet		Homemade Blood Orange Curd
Cafe Johnsonia		Blood Orange Asparagus Salad with Ginger Miso Dressing
The Beeroness		Drunk French Toast Sticks with Beer Blood Orange Syrup
Domestic Gothess		Chocolate, Olive Oil And Rosemary Cake With Candied Blood Oranges
Honest Cooking		Brandy Dipped Citrus Salad
Vegan Huggs		Blood Orange Margaritas
A Cookie Named Desire		Blood Orange Cream-Filled Doughnuts
The Little Epicurian		Blood Orange Donuts
A Family Feast		Tuscan Kale Salad with Oranges, Currants and Feta

Recently Spotted
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Culver City Farmers Market

Arnett Farms
420 W. Shaw Ave. , Fresno 93704

Near Sawtelle, California, United States
About 154 days ago, 5/15/18
Spotter's comments : Moro Blood Oranges spotted at Culver City Farmers Market. Last day for blood oranges.

Santa Monica Farmers Market

Linda Rancho Del Sol
16196476429

Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 167 days ago, 5/02/18
Spotter's comments : Moro Blood Oranges spotted at Santa Monica Farmers Market.

Asian Food Center Near Shoreline, Washington, United States
About 169 days ago, 4/30/18
Spotter's comments : Moro Blood Oranges spotted at Asian Food Center.

Hillcrest Farmers Market

Barry Koral - Tropicals
17604551261

Near San Diego, California, United States
About 170 days ago, 4/29/18
Spotter's comments : Moro Blood Oranges spotted at Hillcrest Farmers Market.

Del Mar Farmers Market

Rancho Mexico Lindo
12912 Rancho Vista Court, Valley Center 92082

Near Del Mar, California, United States
About 171 days ago, 4/28/18
Spotter's comments : Moro Blood Oranges spotted at Del Mar Farmers Market.

Del Mar Farmers Market

Atkins Nursery
3129 Reche Rd, Fallbrook 92028
760-728-1610

Near Del Mar, California, United States
About 171 days ago, 4/28/18
Spotter's comments : Moro Blood Oranges spotted at Del Mar Farmers Market.

Kroger Steubenville OH Near Wellsburg, West Virginia, United States
About 205 days ago, 3/25/18

Santa Monica Farmers Market

JJ Lone Daughter Luara
19096332930

Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 223 days ago, 3/07/18
Spotter's comments : Moro Blood Oranges spotted at Santa Monica Farmers Market.

First Alternative Natural Foods Co-Op Near Corvallis, Oregon, United States
About 229 days ago, 3/01/18
Spotter's comments : Moro Blood Oranges spotted at First Alternative Natural Foods Co-Op.

Real Food Market & Deli Near Helena, Montana, United States
About 245 days ago, 2/13/18

X Street Market Sacramento, CA. Lindcove Ranch Boo Near Fair Oaks, California, United States
About 246 days ago, 2/12/18

Pike Place Fish Market

Corner Produce Pike Place
1500 Pike St, Seattle
206-535-7562

Near Seattle, Washington, United States
About 258 days ago, 1/31/18
Spotter's comments : Moro Blood Oranges spotted at Pike Place Fish Market. Beautiful and yum!!

Hillcrest Farmers Market

Good Taste Farm

Near San Diego, California, United States
About 268 days ago, 1/21/18
Spotter's comments : Moro Blood Oranges spotted at Hillcrest Farmers Market.

Little Italy Farmers Market

Sven
Honeymoon Ranch
13961 Campo road, Jamul 91935
760-468-2296

Near San Diego, California, United States
About 269 days ago, 1/20/18
Spotter's comments : Moro Blood Oranges spotted at Little Italy Farmers Market.

Trader Joe's, 350 E. Basse, San Antonio, Tx Near San Antonio, Texas, United States
About 276 days ago, 1/13/18

Trader Joe's, E Basse rd, San Antonio, tx Near Alamo Heights, Texas, United States
About 276 days ago, 1/13/18

Marketplace Foods Wisconsin, United States
About 276 days ago, 1/13/18
Spotter's comments : Moro Blood Oranges spotted at Marketplace Foods.

First Alternative Natural Foods Co-Op Near Corvallis, Oregon, United States
About 287 days ago, 1/02/18
Spotter's comments : Moro Blood Oranges spotted at First Alternative Natural Foods Co-Op.

Pavillions Near Culver City, California, United States
About 328 days ago, 11/22/17

Whole Foods Market Beer, Wine, & Liquor

Whole Foods
305 Radio Dr, Woodbury 55125
16512523060

Near Woodbury, Minnesota, United States
About 352 days ago, 10/29/17
Spotter's comments : Moro Blood Oranges spotted at Whole Foods Market Beer, Wine, & Liquor. Australia Grown

Wegmans Near North Tonawanda, New York, United States
About 522 days ago, 5/12/17

Meijer Near Comstock Township, Michigan, United States
About 549 days ago, 4/15/17
Spotter's comments : Moro Blood Oranges spotted at Meijer.

Little Italy Mercato

Heritage Family Farms
Heritage Family Farm
760-741-8471

Near San Diego, California, United States
About 549 days ago, 4/15/17
Spotter's comments : Moro Blood Oranges spotted at Little Italy Mercato.

Specialty Produce

Koral's Tropical Fruit Stand
vista ca

Near San Diego, California, United States
About 557 days ago, 4/07/17
Spotter's comments : Moro Blood Oranges spotted at Specialty Produce.

Market Street Near Coppell, Texas, United States
About 586 days ago, 3/09/17

Dan's Fresh Produce Near Alameda, California, United States
About 594 days ago, 3/01/17
Spotter's comments : I spotted Organic Moro Blood Oranges at Dan's Fresh Produce!

Specialty Produce

Specialty Produce
1929 Hancock St, San Diego 92110
619-295-3172

Near San Diego, California, United States
About 596 days ago, 2/27/17
Spotter's comments : Moro Blood Oranges spotted at Specialty Produce.

Little Italy Mercato

Sven
Honeymoon Ranch
13961 Campo road, Jamul 91935
760-468-2296

Near San Diego, California, United States
About 605 days ago, 2/18/17
Spotter's comments : Moro Blood Oranges spotted at Little Italy Mercato.

Santa Monica Farmers Market

Steven and Robin Smith
Mud Creek Ranch
5682 Pinegrove Road, Santa Paula 93060
805-525-0758

Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 622 days ago, 2/01/17
Spotter's comments : Moro Blood Oranges spotted at Santa Monica Farmers Market.

Little Italy Mercato

Bob Polito Farm
Polito Family Farm
11920 Betsworth Rd, Valley Center 92082
760-802-2175

Near San Diego, California, United States
About 640 days ago, 1/14/17
Spotter's comments : Moro Blood Oranges spotted at Little Italy Mercato.

Kroger Near Hamilton, Ohio, United States
About 643 days ago, 1/11/17

Little Italy Mercato

Heritage Family Farms
Heritage Family Farm
760-741-8471

Near San Diego, California, United States
About 654 days ago, 12/31/16
Spotter's comments : Moro Blood Oranges spotted at Little Italy Mercato. First in San Diego! Nice sweetness

Barons Market, Temecula Near San Marcos, California, United States
About 658 days ago, 12/27/16

Santa Monica Farmers Market

Steve Murray
Bakersfield , 93307
661-330-0100

Near Santa Monica, California, United States
About 671 days ago, 12/14/16
Spotter's comments : Moro Blood Oranges spotted at Santa Monica Farmers Market.