While it’s true that regular orange juice will work when making Mandarin Orange Chicken, that authentic, sweet-and-savory flavor won’t be quite the same as it would it you used true mandarins. For best results, use Pittman & Davis Mandarins (you can choose from our Honey Mandarins, Gold Nugget Mandarins, Sunburst Tangerines (which are a mandarin variety), or even a mandarin hybrid like our bestselling Golden Honeybells! Regardless of which fresh mandarin variety you go with, you’ll get a thick, sweet-and-savory sauce with just the right amounts of spicy garlic, ginger and chili coating the chicken with a zesty, vibrant flavor…
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Recipes
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Mandarin Pork Stir-Fry Recipe
Recipe Type: Meats and Main CoursesContinue ReadingFull of tender pork and a lovely citrus flavor, this Asian-inspired dish is impressive enough for company and will please the whole family. Using fresh mandarins such as Pittman & Davis Honey Mandarins or Gold Nugget Mandarins adds an extra zing of fresh flavor. Both varieties are seedless and have a less acidic flavor than regular oranges that works well in Asian cuisine. Serves 4-6. Note: you can save time by using thawed frozen sugar snap peas and drained canned mandarins in place of the fresh, but you’ll get a much more vibrant, flavorful and nutritious dish by taking the…
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Continue ReadingDelicious, refreshing, and simple to prepare, Mimosas are the quintessential brunch cocktail. Perfect with most any brunch menu, Mimosas are a quick and simple way to dress up any occasion, whether it’s a holiday morning, Sunday brunch, or an anniversary celebration. Sweet and tangy Pittman & Davis Mandarins offer a fun twist on the classic cocktail. The below recipe is meant to serve two people, but you can easily multiply it for a crowd and serve it in a chilled pitcher. For an extra elegant twist, serve in frosted champagne flutes. Note: Most Mimosa recipes call for an equal ratio…
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Continue ReadingFresh Mandarins from Pittman & Davis are in season, and if you’re looking for more ways to incorporate them into your day, and this fizzy recipe using fresh-squeezed mandarin juice is a great way to brighten up a lazy afternoon on the deck or a fun Saturday night! Add your favorite brand of tequila or vodka for a grownup cocktail or leave it out to create “mocktails” the whole family can enjoy. Serves 4. Ingredients: 10 Pittman & Davis Gold Nugget Mandarins or Honey Mandarins Fresh mint leaves ¼ c. lime juice 1½ c. club soda or sparkling water ½…
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Honeybell Orange Juice Mocktail
Recipe Type: Drinks and CocktailsContinue ReadingPerfectly ripe Honeybell Tangelos are one of the citrus world’s most treasured treats. Honeybells are bursting with sweet juice, have few if any seeds, and are wrapped in thin, aromatic, bright orange skins that match the deep orange flesh. They are as beautiful as they are delicious and their juice is second to none. Fresh Honeybells make this Honeybell Orange Juice Mocktail sweet and refreshing. The combination of Honeybells, apples, pineapple, and carrots makes a sweet juice that is also good for you. This recipe makes about 4 servings, and can be adjusted easily to make more or less depending…
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Cara Cara Orange Muffins Recipe
Recipe Type: Breads and PastriesContinue ReadingThese tasty Pittman & Davis Cara Cara Orange muffins are perfect for dessert, breakfast or a nutritious snack anytime. Make a batch and watch them vanish in no time. Ingredients: 2 Cups Oat Flour 1 Cup Sugar 1 tsp Baking Powder 1/2 tsp Baking Soda 3/4 tsp Salt 1 Cup Peeled and Diced Pittman & Davis Cara Cara Oranges 1 tsp Vanilla Extract 1/3 Cup Vegetable Oil 1/2 Cup Cara Cara Orange Juice 1/2 Cup Fat Free Greek Yogurt 1 Egg Topping: Zest from 1 Cara Cara Orange 1/2 Cup Sugar Instructions: Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Using a…
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Continue ReadingHoneybell season is all too short, so enjoy it while you can, whether it’s Pittman & Davis classic Honeybells or Pittman & Davis Golden Honeybells! Never had a Honeybell orange before? You’re missing out – known for their bell shapes and honey-sweet flavor, the mandarin hybrid is a refreshing treat eaten fresh out of hand, segmented into salads, or used in your favorite recipes (like cocktails)! Speaking of cocktails, our Golden Honeybells are perfect in a margarita – combined with smooth silver tequila and tart lime juice, the fresh, sweet juice makes a nice complement. Round out your next taco…
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Honey Cara Cara Orange Jam
Recipe Type: Dips and CondimentsContinue ReadingNow that Pittman & Davis Cara Cara Oranges are in season we not only get to enjoy eating this sweet delicacy out of hand or as a quick glass of juice when we need an energy boost. You will need proper canning jars and lids, and a canning pot to process finished jars in a boiling water bath. This easy, do-it-yourself jam makes between 2 to 3 pints, and is great for sharing. Ingredients: 4 pounds of Pittman & Davis Cara Cara Oranges 1 1/3 cups honey fresh juice from one lemon Instructions: Clean and sterilize three, half-pint canning jars and…
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Continue ReadingClassic, Asian-inspired orange chicken gets a new twist thanks to farm-fresh, grove-ripened and easy-to-peel Sunburst Tangerines from Pittman & Davis. Ready in less than an hour (after marinating), this no-fuss recipe features an irresistible sauce honey-garlic-and-ginger sauce that pairs well with steamed rice. Smells tantalizing while it’s cooking and is easy to clean up thanks to the foil-lined pan! Great for weeknights and special occasions alike, this recipe serves makes four servings. Ingredients: 2 Pittman & Davis Sunburst Tangerines 2 chicken breast halves (about 2 ¾ lbs.) or chicken legs ¼ c. soy sauce ¼ c. honey 2 tsp. garlic,…
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Continue ReadingSave a couple of your delectable Honeybells to go into this knockout dessert! Perfect for teatime or with your afternoon coffee, our Honeybell Orange Chiffon Cake pairs the vibrant, sweet-and-tangy flavor of Pittman & Davis Honeybells or Pittman & Davis Golden Honeybells with the spicy warmth of ground cinnamon. Moist, flavorful and lightly sweet as well as delightfully citrusy, this delightful dessert is a delicious and beautiful way to brighten up a winter day. Perfect for when you have guests, you can dress up this gorgeous cake by adding curly ribbons of Honeybell peel or think slices of juicy Honeybell…