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    Mandarins

    Mandarins are sweet, orange coloured citrus fruit. They are easy to peel and available in many varieties. Some are even seedless!

    Know your varieties
    Aug-Sept Sumo Citrus Mandarin®

    Sumo Citrus Mandarins® are large and seedless, with bumpy skin and a top knot that makes them super-easy to peel. They’re also sweet in taste.

    May-Oct Afourer

    Darker in colour, Afourer mandarins have juicy flesh and are full of flavour.

    Apr-June Imperial

    Imperial mandarins are the first of the season. They’re mildly sweet and easy to peel with few seeds.

    Jul-Oct Delite®

    Delite® mandarins are great tasting and seedless, making them perfect for lunch boxes.

    Jul-Aug Phoenix®

    Phoenix® mandarins are seedless with a sweet honey flavour.

    May-Jul Amorette®

    Amorette® mandarins are truly seedless, easy to peel and have a nice balance of sweetness and tang.

    Where are they grown

    Mandarins are mostly grown in Queensland.

    To see when this variety is in peak season and Australian sourced, please view our Fruit and Veg seasonal calendar here.

    How to pick

    Choose mandarins that have vibrant, glossy skin and feel heavy for their size. Some varieties have loose skin and a puffy appearance, which make them easier to peel.

    How to store

    Store mandarins in a dark, cool place, out of direct sunlight. They will last for up to one week when stored at room temperature.

    How to use

    Mandarins are the perfect on-the-go snack and a popular addition to kids’ lunch boxes. They’re also great in fruit salads, as a breakfast topping and added to baked goodies such as muffins, slices and more.

    Fun facts
    • There are more than 10 mandarin varieties. Imperial mandarins are the most common variety you’ll find in stores.
    • Mandarins are a source of vitamin C, which supports a healthy immune system.*

      *As part of a healthy, balanced diet.
    Food saver tips
    • Instead of throwing away your mandarin peel, use them to add zest to dishes, such as this marmalade.
    • Peel and segment mandarins before freezing to extend their life. Use in juices, sauces and smoothies.
    Mandarin recipes

    Warm Mandarin & Apricot Compote

    Mandarin Thai Beef Salad

    Asian-Style Mandarin Chicken

    Quick Cheesecake with Mandarin

    Jaffa Custard with Mandarins

    Mandarin & Almond Cake

    Mandarin & Almond Friands

    Mandarin Rice Paper Rolls

    Mandarin & Vanilla Marmalade

    Mandarin Brulee

    Mandarin & Beetroot Rice With Haloumi

    Pork Fillet With Mandarin & Ginger Sauce

    Popovers With Homemade Mandarin Jam