Tangerine, also known as tangerine, is a citrus fruit rich in vitamins A, C and B complex. Its harvest period runs from May to September, with emphasis on the winter period.
A very important piece of information about tangerine, which a large part of the population is unaware of, is that its peel is much richer in calcium, iron, potassium and fiber than the skin itself. fruit pulp.
In 100 grams of tangerine peel we have:
- 478.98 mg of calcium;
- 4.77 mg of iron;
- 598.36 mg of potassium;
- 10.38 grams of fiber;
These amounts present in the fruit peel are equivalent to 60%, 32%, 30% and 35%, respectively, of the recommended daily intake (the amount we should ingest of each nutrient so that our body's functions remain stable) for each of these nutrients.
On the other hand, these same nutrients in the fruit pulp are found in the following quantity (in 100 grams):
- 13 mg of calcium;
- 0.1 mg of iron;
- 131 mg of potassium;
- 0.9 grams of fiber
The percentage of recommended daily intake covered by the pulp is then 1.6%, 6%, 6.6% and 3.03%, respectively.
A big difference, right?
After this information we can notice that we throw in the trash a part of the fruit, full of nutrients that could enrich our diet. So, from now on, don't throw away the gossip shells anymore. Use them to make a delicious sweet treat below:
Tangerine Peel Jam Recipe
Ingredients:
- 4 units of tangerine peel
- 3 cup(s) of sugar
- 1 cup(s) of water
- enough cinnamon stick
- enough cloves
Preparation:
Wash and cut the tangerine peels into strips; place in a pan; cover with water and bring to a boil quickly. Drain in a sieve.
Place the shells on a platter; cover with ice water and leave to soak for three days, changing the water twice a day.
Keep under refrigeration. On the third day, strain the water and add the peel to the other ingredients. Place over medium heat and stir until dry.
Don't forget to store it in a closed container inside the refrigerator!
Sources:
GONDIM, JAM et al. Composition centesimal and minerals in fruit peels. Science. Tech. Aliment., Campinas, 25(4): 825-827, Oct.-Dec. 2005
http://www.moo.pt/receitas/receita/doces/doce_de_casca_de_tangerina/lTNNnKNPZULROtgt/
http://www.semanaemdestaque.com.br/edicao-152/colunistas/5425-APROVEITE-A-SAFRA-DA-MEXERICA.html