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A thin-skinned citrus fruit that is typically small in size with a flattened oval shape and a bright orange coloring. Tangerines and mandarins are sometimes mistakenly referred to as the same fruit but tangerines are actually a subgroup of the mandarins, so all tangerines are classified as a type of mandarin orange but not all mandarin oranges are tangerines. The primary difference between the two species is their skin color. The tangerine has a darker reddish orange skin and the mandarin is lighter orange in color. The tangerine is the most common mandarin orange available. There are many varieties of tangerine oranges, which include clementine, dancy, fairchild, Fallglo, honey, and sunburst. The tangerine is a cross between mandarins and the bitter orange.

The thin peelable outer skin separates nicely from an inner flesh that is juicy, aromatic, and sweet to tart flavored, depending on the variety selected. When the outer skin is peeled away, the inner flesh, which may contain many seeds or be seedless depending on the type, can be easily removed and sectioned into slices. Tangerines are known for their easily separated slices that make serving the fruit a simple and clean process. Mandarins and tangerines can be eaten fresh or are readily available as a canned orange, either of which can be used in fruit salads, as snacks, in desserts, puddings, and custards, or as a flavoring for meat marinades. The skin can be peeled and zested as a garnish for foods and sweets. If the tangerine is to be cooked, apply only a moderate amount of heat so the flavor is not lost from over cooking.

When selecting, choose fruits that have a good colored glossy skin and feel heavy for their size, because they typically will have more juice. Fruits with damaged or broken skins should be avoided. Tangerines, which spoil sooner than other citrus fruit, can be kept refrigerated for approximately 1 week, sometimes longer depending on ripeness.

USDA Nutrition Facts

Serving Size1 cup
Calories43
Protein0g
Total Fat0g
Total Carbohydrates10g
Dietary Fiber0g
Sugars9g
Potassium178mg
Sodium1mg
Cholesterol0mg
Serving Size1 cup
Calories50
Protein0g
Total Fat0g
Total Carbohydrates12g
Dietary Fiber0g
Sugars11g
Potassium178mg
Sodium1mg
Cholesterol0mg
Serving Size1 cup, sections
Calories53
Protein0g
Total Fat0g
Total Carbohydrates13g
Dietary Fiber1g
Sugars10g
Potassium166mg
Sodium2mg
Cholesterol0mg

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