Dry Candied Japanese Citrus Peels - Variety Pack (Yuzu, Amanatsu, Iyokan, Kawachi Bankan & Setouchi Lemon), 5.11 oz
This assortment of candied peels features five kinds of citrus fruits, all grown in Ehime Prefecture. Yuzu has a soothing aroma and a pleasant bitterness while Amanatsu highlights a sweetness with a gentle sourness. Iyokan exhibits a rich citrus flavor reminiscent of freshly squeezed juice. Kawachi Bankan has a grapefruit-like refreshing flavor while Setouchi Lemon highlights the refreshing and elegant flavor of the remarkable lemon. This region, often described as Japan’s Mediterranean or Aegean Sea. These citruses go through a traditional, time-consuming process to retain the natural flavor and aroma of each citrus. Also, the peels are well-coated with sugar and dried completely—the candied peels are not sticky. They are truly decadent treats. You can not only enjoy them as a snack, but also add them to your cooking or drink-making. No food colorings, flavorings, or preservatives are used.
Enjoy the assorted candied citrus peels as a snack at teatime or a coffee break. The peels accompany matcha green tea very well, too. Because it comes with five different citrus peels, you can have fun finding the best pairing with varieties of tea and coffee. You can also use the peels in your cooking—add them as toppings on desserts like muffins, pies, cakes, doughnuts, pastries, ice cream and yogurt. Or you can even mix them into the batter for baked desserts. The peels are a great garnish on cocktails or mocktails as well. Also recommended is to use them to make chocolate bark. Add your choice of Dry Candied Japanese Citrus Peel and nuts to melted chocolate, spread the mixture on a flat pan and wait until it hardens. Your original chocolate bark will be a great gift for the holiday season.
Yuzu, Amanatsu, Iyokan, Kawachi Bankan, Setouchi Lemon, Beet Sugar, Millet Jelly, Ascorbic Acid.