Cara Cara oranges are a type of navel orange, known for their distinct pinkish-red flesh. They were first discovered as a natural mutation on a navel orange tree at Hacienda Cara Cara in Venezuela in the 1970s. While they share the same easy-to-peel skin and seedless characteristics of traditional navel oranges, Cara Cara oranges have a unique flavor profile, offering a sweeter, slightly tangy taste with subtle berry-like undertones. Today, Cara Cara oranges are cultivated primarily in California and are popular for both fresh consumption and juicing, offering a visually striking and flavorful alternative to standard navel oranges.
Cara cara orange
Red-fleshed navel orange
Categories:
Orange
Variant of:
Navel orange
Also known as:
Afrikaans:
Cara cara navel orange
English:
red-fleshed navel orange
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