The tangerine is a variety of mandarin orange that likely originated in China. The skin is usually a deep-orange color and the fruit is often peeled and eaten out of hand.
Storage Tips
Short-term, tangerines/tangelos will keep well at a cool room temperature. For longer-term storage, keep them in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
Tangerines are an exceptionally good source of vitamins A and C. Vitamin A is an essential nutrient for maintaining and improving eyesight while vitamin C is a natural antioxidant that helps control infections and maintain healthy bones, teeth, and blood vessels. (See more tangerine nutrition facts on Self.com.)
Recipes
Citrus Salad on Mango Coulis
Succulent Halibut with Dill and Tangerine