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Refers to the outer skin of citrus fruits such as oranges, lemons, and limes. The colored part of the skin contains natural oils that provide aroma and flavor. Small shavings of the skin are added to various dishes to intensify the required citrus flavors. The white portion of the skin, or pith, which lies just below the zest, should not be used because of its bitterness.
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Zest term - Related Content |
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| What could be better than tender, steamed or grilled asparagus spears, flavored with lemon and drizzled with a simple balsamic vinaigrette? |
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| Delicate and sweetly flavored, candied lemon zest can be used as a colorful garnish for any dish that would benefit from an enhancement of lemon. |
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| This colorful garnish livens the flavor of any dish that it adorns. The concentrated orange flavor is a perfect topping for ice cream, custards, or fruits. |
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| Creating Zest for Seasoning
Zest refers to the outer skin of citrus fruits such as oranges, lemons, and limes. The colored part of the skin contains natural oils that provide ... |
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| A special kitchen tool that is used to shave bits or strands from the outer most layer of covering on citrus fruits such as lemons, limes or oranges. By adding this layer to raw ... |
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