Fruits · Food pairing guide
What goes with Blood Orange?
Blood orange is a naturally pigmented orange rich in anthocyanins, vitamin C, citric acid, limonene and valencene. Compared with sweet orange, it offers greater aromatic complexity, subtle berry notes and a slightly more tannic finish due to its anthocyanin content.
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What pairs well with Blood Orange?
Blood orange pairs exceptionally well with duck, venison, pork, lamb, fennel, beetroot, dark chocolate, pistachio and Mediterranean herbs. Its combination of citrus brightness and red-fruit character makes it particularly valuable for modern savoury cuisine as well as refined pastry.
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