Description
Yuzu zest originates from Japan. Yuzu, also known as Japanese lemon or Citrus reticulata, is a hybrid of wild mandarin and lemon. This citrus fruit, native to Tibet and China, grows wild. It is a tree of the Rutaceae family, which can grow up to 4 meters tall and withstand temperatures as low as -15°C. Today, it is in Korea and Japan where it is mostly cultivated and used in gastronomy, traditional medicine, as well as in perfumery or cosmetics.
This Japanese fruit, resembling a small lime, is harvested in October in the Koshi prefecture of Japan. Its taste, similar to that of mandarin and yellow grapefruit, pairs well with both sweet and savory dishes, perfect in a sorbet, in sweet potato puree, or even in a chocolate preparation.
