Temple Oranges
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Description/Taste
Temple oranges are a deep orange-red color. This hybrid of the Mandarin and sweet orange is globular in shape with a thin, leathery skin. They are easy to peel and have very little pith, with about three seeds per section.
Seasons/Availability
Temple oranges have a short season during the late winter months.
Current Facts
The Temple orange is the largest of the Mandarin varieties. It is botanically classified as Citrus reticulate, originates from Jamaica. The Temple is technically a hybrid known as a "tangor", a cross between a tangerine and an orange. The Temple orange tree produces monoembyonic seeds, which contain genes from both parents, making it one of the most commonly used "mother" trees for citrus hybridization.
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Temple Oranges. One
is easiest, three is harder.| Saveur |
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Temple-Orange Tart |
