Citrus fruit
Citrus fruit is loved for its fresh acidity, lively aromas and wide versatility in the kitchen. From lemon and lime to orange, mandarin and grapefruit, these fruits bring not only freshness, but also fragrance, depth and balance to both sweet and savoury preparations.
On this page, you will discover different types of citrus fruit and how they are used. Some varieties are indispensable in dressings, marinades, desserts and baking, while others are particularly well suited to salads, sauces, warm dishes or drinks. This helps you gain a better feel for the flavour, uses and culinary possibilities of citrus fruit.
Overview of citrus fruits
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Lemon
Read moreA fresh citrus fruit with a pronounced sour taste, loved in dressings, marinades, baking, sauces and many sweet and savoury dishes.
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Orange
Read moreThe orange is a much-loved fruit around the world, known for its fresh flavour and juicy texture.
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Mandarin
Read moreA soft, sweet citrus fruit with a mild aroma, popular as an easy-to-eat fruit and also well suited to salads, desserts and light sweet dishes.
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Grapefruit
Read moreA large citrus fruit with a fresh, slightly bitter flavour, often eaten raw and also well suited to salads, breakfast dishes and refreshing preparations.
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Blood orange
Read moreAn aromatic citrus fruit with red flesh and a sweet, lightly tangy flavour that is wonderfully suited to salads, desserts and juices.
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Clementine
Read moreA small, sweet citrus fruit with very few seeds, easy to peel and much loved as an easy-to-eat fruit or in light, fresh dishes.
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Pomelo
Read moreA large citrus fruit with firm flesh and a mild, fresh bitterness, often eaten on its own or used in salads and Asian dishes.
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Kumquat
Read moreA small citrus fruit that is eaten whole, including the peel, offering a distinctive combination of sweet skin and tangy flesh.