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Afourer Mandarins

The AFOURER variety originates from Morocco. It develops a highly attractive deep orange-red colour and is easy to peel. It is known to be very flavoursome. It can be seedless, but this can be affected by growing conditions. Afourer are a juicy variety. Consider adding it to your juices through winter.

To Buy

Look for fruit that's heavy for its size (a sign of being packed with juice), with a glossy skin free of cuts, blemishes, soft spots or mould.

To Store

Mandarins can be kept in a dark, cool place for up to a week, or in the crisper section of the fridge for up to two weeks.

To Prepare

Mandarins can be peeled and juiced, or segmented and eaten like oranges. Seeds should be removed if using in cooking.

Cooking Tips

1. Make a fresh salad by combining Afourer mandarin segments with shredded chicken, sliced red capsicum, rocket leaves and snow pea sprouts. Dress with a mixture of lime juice, olive oil, finely chopped red chilli and a little brown sugar

2. For a fresh fruit salad, combine Afourer mandarin segments with sliced green kiwifruit, cubed pears and sliced banana. Drizzle with a little lemon juice and honey before serving.

3. Make a refreshing breakfast juice by juicing 2 Afourer mandarins, 1 granny smith apple and 2cm piece peeled ginger. Pour over ice and top with mint leaves.