Yuzu
Yuzu (Citrus junos)
Yuzu (pronounced /ˈjuːzuː/; Japanese: ユズ) is a citrus fruit and plant in the family Rutaceae. It is believed to have originated in central China as a hybrid of mandarin orange and the ichang papeda.
Etymology
The word "Yuzu" comes from the Japanese ユズ. It is also known as Japanese grapefruit, yuja (in Korean), and xiāngchéng (in Chinese).
Description
The Yuzu fruit is about the size of a tangerine and is usually characterized by its distinctive aroma. The outer rind is uneven and has a bright yellow color when the fruit is fully ripe. The fruit contains a large number of seeds and the flesh is not typically eaten, but used to flavor dishes and desserts.
Culinary Uses
In Japanese cuisine, the aromatic zest of the yuzu fruit is used to garnish dishes and to flavor sauces, notably ponzu sauce. The juice of the yuzu fruit is also used in the preparation of yuzu vinegar and as a souring ingredient in place of vinegar in many Japanese dishes.
Medicinal Uses
In traditional medicine, Yuzu is used for its calming effect and is often used in baths. It is also used to help with skin problems, colds, and flu.
Related Terms
- Citrus: A genus of flowering trees and shrubs in the rue family, Rutaceae.
- Rutaceae: A family of flowering plants, also known as the rue or citrus family.
- Ponzu: A citrus-based sauce commonly used in Japanese cuisine.
- Mandarin Orange: A small citrus tree with fruit resembling other oranges.
- Ichang Papeda: A wild citrus native to sub-Himalayan northern India.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Yuzu
- Wikipedia's article - Yuzu
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