This candied yuzu peel is a true flavor enhancer for lovers of refined citrus aromas. Yuzu is a Japanese citrus fruit renowned for its fresh, aromatic fragrance and complex flavor, somewhere between lemon, mandarin, and grapefruit. By carefully candying the peel, a perfect balance is achieved between sweetness, a light bitterness, and fruitiness.
These candied yuzu peels are delicious enjoyed on their own as a refined snack, but they truly shine in the kitchen as well. They add a surprising citrus depth and an elegant twist to baked goods, desserts, and chocolate. Think of scones, cakes, cookies, madeleines, bonbons, or even ice cream and panna cotta. They also create a beautiful and delicious contrast in savory applications or as an accent on cheese boards.
In addition to their distinctive flavor, yuzu peels are also visually stunning. Use them as a decoration on pastries or desserts to make your creations not only tastier, but also more visually appealing. A small piece is enough to give a dish that extra special character.
Yuzu
Yuzu is a citrus fruit. Originally from China, it has been widely cultivated in Japan over the past decades. Like oranges and mandarins, it grows on a tree. The fruit starts out green and ripens to a yellow-orange color in autumn.
In many ways, yuzu closely resembles sudachi, another Japanese citrus fruit that is a cross between yuzu and mandarin. Unlike sudachi, yuzu eventually ripens to a yellow-orange color, and there are subtle differences in flavor.
Yuzu is mainly cultivated in Japan, but for several decades now it has also been grown in the United States and increasingly in Spain. Still, fresh yuzu remains scarce and has a short shelf life. Our harvest season for ripe, fresh yuzu runs—depending on weather conditions—from November through January, making it very short.
In addition to fresh yuzu fruit, we also offer a wide and varied assortment of outstanding yuzu products!
Storage
Store in a cool, dark, and dry place. Reseal the bag tightly after opening.
