what is an Ornage zest!!?

[smo]

Can anybody tell me what an Orange zest is? actually is it the same as the Orange peel, or something different? thanks

Andy

[cape chef]

The zest of the orange comes from the peel as you suggested.
When you peel the skin there is a white underside of the peel, This is called the "pith" You want to run a pairing knife to remove this,it is bitter. The zest of an orange has very fragret oils that lend themselves to many preparations
cc

[mudbug]

The perfumy outermost skin layer of citrus fruit (usually oranges or lemons), which is removed with the aid of a CITRUS ZESTER, paring knife or VEGETABLE PEELER. Only the colored portion of the skin (and not the white pith) is considered the zest. The aromatic oils in citrus zest are what add so much flavor to food. Zest can be used to flavor raw or cooked and sweet or savory dishes.

From

epicurious.com

Look here for Step-by-Step Instructions on how to zest citrus.







If you would like to view free videos on methods of zesting, go here and look under Fruits and Vegetables There are four free videos you can view.