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[[Image:Chinnoto tree and oranges.jpg|300px|thumb|right|Chinnoto tree and oranges]] | [[Image:Chinnoto tree and oranges.jpg|300px|thumb|right|Chinnoto tree and oranges]] | ||
The '''chinotto''' is a small, bitter [[citrus fruit]] that grows on the chinotto tree, which is also called the "myrtle-leaved orange tree" (Citrus aurantium var. myrtifolia). This tree grows to a height of three metres and can be found in Malta and in the Liguria, Tuscany, Sicily, and Calabria regions of Italy. | The '''chinotto''' is a small, bitter [[citrus fruit]] that grows on the chinotto tree, which is also called the "myrtle-leaved orange tree" (Citrus aurantium var. myrtifolia). This tree grows to a height of three metres and can be found in Malta and in the Liguria, Tuscany, Sicily, and Calabria regions of Italy. | ||
The chinotto fruit is an essential flavour component of most Italian bitters (i.e., amari), the popular [[Campari]] aperitif and the non- | The chinotto fruit is an essential flavour component of most Italian bitters (i.e., amari), the popular [[Campari]] aperitif and the non-alcoholic [[soft-drink]], [[Chinnoto (beverage)|Chinnoto]]. | ||
The name chinotto is derived from China, where the tree was thought to have originated. | The name chinotto is derived from China, where the tree was thought to have originated. | ||
===Removing the wax coating from chinotto oranges=== | ===Removing the wax coating from chinotto oranges=== | ||
non organic [[citrus fruit]] is coated with a thin layer of wax (either petroleum based or natural), which prevents water loss and therefore extends the shelf life. Wax is also used for aesthetic reasons. Apparently, as consumers, we demand shiny fruit. Organic fruit is not waxed as that would not be permitted under organic standards. | |||
Here are a couple of methods that you can use to remove wax from a chinnoto orange: | Here are a couple of methods that you can use to remove wax from a chinnoto orange: | ||
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We also have a [[generic conversion table]] and a [[portions per person lookup]]. | We also have a [[generic conversion table]] and a [[portions per person lookup]]. | ||
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