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Description/Taste
Pixie tangerines appears to be, simply, a tangerine. The most important trademark to distinguish it from most tangerines, though, is that the Pixie tangerine is always seedless. Individual fruits may vary in shape and size as well as texture and juiciness but will not contain seeds. They can be rounded to ovate, with flat bottoms, and have a juicy to lean flesh. Their skin is pebbled and leathery with a fragrant, thin peel. The flesh is segmented, easy to peel, sweet and aromatic.
Seasons/Availability
Pixie tangerines are a late season variety tangerine and are available from late winter until early spring.
Current Facts
The Pixie tangerine was developed by Howard B. Frost at the University of California Citrus Research Center at Riverside in 1927. The Pixie is a hybrid result of an open cross pollination between a King Mandarin and a Kincy tangerine, the most popular and prolific of all tangerines.
Nutritional Value
Tangerines, as well as other citrus fruits, offer a source of vitamin C, potassium and dietary fiber. Ideal for low-acid diets, Pixie tangerines have a lower acid content than many citrus varieties. One medium tangerine or mandarin contains about 50 calories.
Applications
Pixie tangerines may be use in fresh or cooked preparations, for both savory and sweet applications. They are easily supreme'd because of their tight-zipped skin and firm flesh. Use segments in salads, in fresh fruit compotes or as a topping for baked goods such as cakes and tarts. Pair Pixie tangerines with olives, pistachios, yogurt, fennel, citrus, fresh herbs, poultry and seafood. Pixie tangerines will keep at room temperature but should be refrigerated for longer storage.
Geography/History
Pixie tangerine trees like a unique growing climate to vigorously yield substantial harvests of fruits. Spring fog, hot summers and chilly winters provide a perfect semi-temperate climate for the Pixie tangerines to flourish year after year.
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Pixie Tangerines. One
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Pixie Tangerine-Mascarpone Ice Cream |
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Santa Monica Farmers Market
Murray Family Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 4 days ago, 1/20/21 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 136 days ago, 9/10/20 Sharer's comments : Pixie Tangerines from Garcia Organic Farms 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Garcia Organic Farm
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 137 days ago, 9/09/20 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 213 days ago, 6/25/20 Sharer's comments : Pixie Tangerines! 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Friends Ranches
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 242 days ago, 5/27/20 Sharer's comments : Ojai Pixie Tangerines from Friends Ranches 
Sunnyside Produce
Sunnyside Produce
Near Soquel, California, United States2520 S Main St Soquel CA 95073 831-476-8904 About 334 days ago, 2/25/20 
Draeger's Market
Draeger's Market - 1st Street
Near Los Altos, California, United States342 1st Street Los Altos CA 94022 650-948-4425 https://www.draegers.com About 335 days ago, 2/24/20 Sharer's comments : In season. 
Draeger's Market
Near San Mateo, California, United StatesAbout 336 days ago, 2/22/20 Sharer's comments : Beautiful. 
Burlingame Farmers Market
Near Burlingame, California, United StatesAbout 337 days ago, 2/22/20 
Gelson's Market
Gelson’s Market - S. Coast Hwy
Near Laguna Beach, California, United States30922 S. Coast Hwy. Laguna Beach CA 92651 949-499-8130 About 581 days ago, 6/23/19 
Mother's Market & Kitchen
Mother’s Market & Kitchen
Near Costa Mesa, California, United States1890 Newport Blvd. Costa Mesa CA 92627 949-631-4741 About 583 days ago, 6/21/19 
Lazy Acres Market
Near Encinitas, California, United StatesAbout 651 days ago, 4/14/19 Sharer's comments : Pixie tangerines at Lazy Acres Market ! 
Hollywood Farmer's Market
Mud Creek Ranch
Near West Hollywood, California, United StatesAbout 651 days ago, 4/14/19 
Central Market
Near Austin, Texas, United StatesAbout 654 days ago, 4/11/19 Sharer's comments : Pixie Tangerines! Bumpy skin and all!! 
Gelson's Market
Gelson’s Market- La Costa
Near Encinitas, California, United States7660 El Camino Real Carlsbad CA 92009 760-632-7511 About 674 days ago, 3/21/19 Sharer's comments : Sweet and tangy |
