Tangerine peels are found at home not only after the New Year, but many people invariably throw them straight into the trash.
However, thrifty housewives have found several interesting ways to use them in everyday life.
How to use tangerine peels in everyday life
Before use, the skin is washed and dried. Then it is stored in a sealed container in a cool place. It can last for several years if it is well dried.
1. Marinades. The dried peel is ground using a mill or food processor, and then added to meat marinades or salad dressings.
2. Rubbing with spices. Many cooks rub meat with spices before cooking. This makes it tastier and more aromatic. Chopped tangerine peel combined with rosemary, paprika, salt and pepper will give an unforgettable taste.
3. Soup and rice. How to add a special flavor to pumpkin soup or steamed rice? Add a couple of pieces of tangerine peel.
4. A trick of Chinese cooks. Cooks in the Celestial Empire often use tangerine peel. An example is beef stewed in soy. The traditional recipe contains citrus peel, anise and cinnamon.
Lamb shanks are braised with tomatoes, rosemary, thyme and tangerine peel. The dish is filled with a bright aroma and warming taste.
Thus, this simple ingredient can significantly improve stews and casseroles or become an excellent addition to soup or marinade.
