Navel orange

Navel Orange

The navel orange is a variety of sweet, seedless orange highly valued in cooking for its flavor, which is a balanced mix of sweet and acidic, as well as for its juiciness and ease of peeling. Its name comes from the small navel or "navel" it has on one end, a characteristic that makes it easily recognizable.

Origin: This variety originated in Brazil in the 19th century and has been primarily cultivated in temperate and subtropical regions, with notable production in countries such as Spain, the United States, Mexico, and various regions of Latin America.

Properties: The navel orange is rich in vitamin C, antioxidants, and dietary fiber, making it an ideal ingredient for adding freshness, natural flavor, and nutritional benefits to salads, desserts, juices, sauces, and prepared dishes. Its juicy and sweet pulp is perfect for eating fresh or incorporating into recipes that require a citrus touch without excessive acidity.

Synonyms in Hispanic America: In some countries, it is also known simply as navel orange or by similar terms. Although the term "sweet orange" is used generically, the navel orange stands out as the most common variety under this name.