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KEY LIME PIE

Key lime pie

Try this sweet, citrusy American favourite for a summer treat or to perk up dessert time all year round.
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souffle recipe with mandarin and chai

Mandarin and chai souffles

Fragrant spices and tangy citrus of mandarins make this lighter-than-air souffle recipe an absolute feast for the senses.
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blood orange cake recipe

Easy citrus dessert recipes

There's more to the humble citrus family than oranges and lemons and here, we're celebrating the forgotten fruits of the citrus world. We've gathered our best desserts that showcase them all, making the most of everything from blood oranges and mandarins to grapefruit and tangelos. But, it wouldn't be a citrus fruit collection without the inclusion of the classics, so you'll also find recipes for lemon delicious and an orange sponge cake. They're the perfect pick for Autumn baking!
orange, fennel and almond salad

How to segment an orange

Ever wondered how chefs manage to turn out perfect-looking orange segment desserts? It all comes down to the technique they use to cut up their citrus fruits.
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Beef and Crunchy Cabbage Salad

Beef and crunchy cabbage salad

With juicy sirloin steak sliced and shaken up with chinese cabbage, vegetables and a hot, fragrant sauce, this quick salad makes a statement.
Mohinga

Mohinga

Give your breakfast a boost with this hot and sour rice noodle and fish soup. With diverse flavours and fragrances, it's often revered as Burma's national dish.
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Lemon Polenta Cake with Lemon Compote

Lemon polenta cake with lemon compote

Introduce an uplifting zing to morning or afternoon tea with a friend, by enjoying this lemony almond and polenta cake. A hint of orange blossom water makes it refreshingly satisfying.
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oysters with lime dressing

Oysters with lime dressing

Dress up these fresh oysters with a citrus zing and, for a real Thai flavour, an added chilli burst sure to have guests reaching for more.
Frozen Lemon Souffles

Frozen lemon souffles

Add a refreshing citrus zing to your summer dessert with these elegant frozen mousse delights, incorporating lemon and Italian-style meringue.
Coconut prawns with two dipping sauces

Coconut prawns with two dipping sauces

Give these beautiful king prawns a touch of the caribbean - rolled in flaky coconut then fried to crispy perfection - before serving with either a zesty lemon, or spicy fish and lime sauce.
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Mango jellies with coconut cream

Mango jellies with coconut cream

Brimming with the scent of summer fruits and silky coconut cream, this dessert-in-a-glass could well be the star attraction at a celebration with family or friends.
Marmalade delicious

Marmalade delicious

This buttery and citrusy marmalade pudding serves as a riveting afternoon tea or dessert - especially in winter.
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Fresh Prawn Spring Rolls

Fresh prawn spring rolls

Simple and fresh, these prawn and vegetable spring rolls with soft vermicelli noodles will allow you to recreate a taste of Vietnam. Savour their fish and sweet citrus punch during the balmy Australian summer or as a lunch or dinner starter all year round.
LEMON CURD

Lemon curd

This versatile zesty spread can form the base of an amazing dessert pie or tart, serve as a substitute for jam on afternoon tea scones, or even coat your morning toast.
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Mulled wine spritzer

Mulled wine spritzer

Boasting wine, fruit and spice, this refreshing chilled beverage is brimming with festive season cheer. It also pours well as a summer party pleaser.
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Rocket and Avocado Salad

Rocket and avocado salad

Give your day a power boost with the natural goodness of this rocket and avocado salad, drizzled with a creamy mayonnaise, lemon and anchovy dressing.
Lime and mint punch

Lime and mint punch

Combine zesty lime with rum and the distinct aroma of mint to create this knockout, refreshing punch.
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Mandarin cake

Mandarin cake

Mandarins are a burst of sweet freshness on a crisp winter’s day. During winter, they’re abundant and inexpensive to buy, and if you’re lucky enough you might have a mandarin tree at home dripping with deep orange orbs. Make the most of them
Lemon and lime marmalade

Lemon and lime marmalade

Prepare this zesty homemade lemon and lime marmalade for your family and friends. This fruity, tart spread is perfect on toast for breakfast.
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BLUEBERRY SOUR CREAM CAKES

Blueberry sour cream cakes

Un-iced cakes can be frozen for up to 2 months. Not suitable to microwave. Cakes can be made up to two days ahead; store in an airtight container. Ice up to one day ahead. Note
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Citrus and Ginger Marmalade

Citrus and ginger marmalade

Gently scrub then rinse citrus fruit under warm water before preparing. You can freeze strips of citrus peel and portions of juice. Note
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Breakfast Marmalade

Breakfast marmalade

To test that jam gels: Place a teaspoon of marmalade on a cold saucer; place in freezer for 2 minutes. Run finger through marmalade. If surface wrinkles and jam separates, it’s ready. Note
Lemon and orange marmalade

Lemon and orange marmalade

Test by spooning 1 teaspoon of marmalade onto a cold plate. Push with your fingertip and if it wrinkles it is ready. If not, continue boiling until setting point is reached. Alternatively, if setting is taking too long, it may be that the fruit is slightly over or under- ripe, affecting the amount of pectin […]
Orange and poppy seed

Orange and poppy seed friands

Sweet, fluffy and golden, these beautiful orange and poppy seed friands are wonderful served topped with a oozy citrus syrup, keeping the cakes deliciously moist.
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mandarin and apricot jam

Mandarin and apricot jam

The beauty of homemade jams are that you can adjust the sweetness to your taste. The addition of the mandarin to this recipe adds a lovely citrus flavour. The jam will be ready when a teaspoon-full 'jells' when placed on a cold plate.
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TANGELO TART WITH    TANGELO SALAD

Tangelo tart with tangelo salad

Tangelos are a cross between a tangerine and grapefruit. They look like an especially richly coloured, smallish orange with a slight neck at the stem end, and taste like a sweet orange.
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fish and oven-roasted chips

Fish and oven-roasted chips

medium GI We used bream fillets in this recipe but you can use other firm white fish, such as whiting or john dory. Note
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blood orange sorbet

Blood orange sorbet

Blood orange is a virtually seedless citrus fruit with blood-red rind and flesh; it has a sweet, non-acidic pulp and juice with slight strawberry or raspberry overtones.
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ruby grapefruit meringue pies

Ruby grapefruit meringue pies

We've given a grapefruit flavour to the classic lemon meringue pie here, but you could experiment with any citrus fruit, or a combination of.
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candied citrus cake

Candied citrus cake

candied citrus Combine sugar and the water in a large frying pan. Stir over low heat, without boiling, until sugar dissolves; add orange and lime slices. Bring to the boil. Reduce heat to low; simmer, uncovered, 15 minutes, turning slices occasionally. Remove from heat; cool slices on a wire rack. filling Beat ingredients in a […]
DATE CAKE WITH PORT

Date cake with port

Cooking this cake slowly ensures all of the moisture is maintained; resulting in a moist, fruity, delicious dessert. The ultimate treat.
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ponzu sauce

Ponzu sauce

This tart, citrus-based sauce is one of the mainstays of Japanese cuisine. It is usually made with a citrus fruit called yuzu, which is not easy to obtain outside Asia. It is a perfect accompaniment to char-grilled sliced beef, steamed fish, tofu and asian greens.
Photography by Ian Wallace. Food styling by Yael Grinham

White chocolate coconut citrus cake

Topped with creamy coconut ganache, this white chocolate coconut citrus cake is a ripper of a recipe. Moist, dense and utterly delicious, the combination of coconut, lemon, lime and white chocolate is a winner.
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three kings bread

Three kings bread

Traditional versions of this recipe originate in Spain, and are very similar to British Christmas or fruit cakes. Like with many traditional recipes, various exist between cultures and countries, even individual kitchens. This is our version.
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citrus salad with lime and mint granita

Citrus salad with lime and mint granita

Make the lime and mint granita at the last minute ­ it will melt quickly if left waiting. Cut the top and bottom off each orange and grapefruit, cut down the side following the curve of the fruit, to remove the rind and white pith. Segment the fruit over a plate or bowl, cutting between […]
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CITRUS-TRIO MERINGUE PIE

Citrus-trio meringue pie

Any tart fruit makes an excellent base for a meringue pie, including pineapple and passionfruit, both of which would make delicious substitutes for the citrus we've used here.
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Tuna, kingfish and salmon carpaccio

Tuna, kingfish and salmon carpaccio

Three of the finest fish on the market served up as carpaccio, tuna, kingfish and salmon each come with their own dressing to maximise the taste sensations of this dish.
Candied peel

Candied peel

The perfect balance of sweet and tart, this delicious candied orange peel recipe can be included in desserts, cakes and savoury dishes like tagines.
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Blood orange jelly

Blood orange jelly

Enjoy this sweet, tangy and deeply citrusy blood orange jelly straight out of the pot as a light summer dessert.
Citrus marmalade

Citrus marmalade

The perfect combination of sweet and zesty, this shimmering marmalade is beautiful spread on toast for breakfast or given as gifts to loved ones.
Rich truffle mud cake

Rich truffle mud cake

This very rich cake is perfect for the grand finale to a dinner party, and should be made ahead and served cold. The cake is almost like a huge truffle in texture; note that no flour is used.
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spatchcocks with citrus marinade

Spatchcocks with citrus marinade

It’s a good idea to slash the skin in a few places to allow the marinade to penetrate the meat. Add ½ cup mixed citrus juice to marinade if liked. Note