"Janet" > wrote in message
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> <q> wrote in message ...
>> Dee.Dee said...
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>>> Does substituing clementine or tangerine rind/zest for orange zest taste
>>> totally different or unacceptable in most recipes calling for orange
>> zest?
>>>
>>> Has anyone substituted either clementine or tangerine?
>>>
>>> Thanks.
>>> Dee Dee
>
> I use Boyajian oils, which are pressed from the skin of the fruit and have
> a very true taste. Tangerine has a somewhat different flavor than orange,
> although both obviously citrussy. Depending on the application, the
> substitution could be fine.

I do have oils, but I feel that an oil citrus taste would permeate
throughout the dish, versus giving the little delight of the zest when one
bit down on it.

Thanks for the information. I appreciate your answer.
Dee Dee