Orange peel does not mean tangerine peel. Tangerine peel is a citrus peel that has been stored for a long time.

1. The status is different. Tangerine peel is in a dry and hard state after being dried, while orange peel is in a softer state that is full of moisture.

2. Different colors. Tangerine peels are generally dark brown, with the surface of tangerine peels being brighter orange, while orange peels are usually greenish-yellow or orange.

3. The eating methods are different. Tangerine peel is generally used to soak in water or make soup, while orange peel is usually discarded directly or made into tangerine peel.

Notes on purchasing tangerine peel

The shorter the age of the tangerine peel, the softer the skin. Because the shorter age of the tangerine peel still contains a lot of fructose and water, it is susceptible to moisture and softens. The older the tangerine peel, the harder the skin feels and is easier to break. The surface of good tangerine peel is dry and crisp, and it is easy to break when folded by hand. The surface is very dry without any moisture.

The complete peel is often cut into 4 petals, each of which is mostly oval and connected together at the fruit stem. Sometimes broken and separated, or in the form of irregularly shaped fragments. The slices are 1 to 2 mm thick and usually curve inward.