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Zitronat

candied lemon peel

noun tsee-troh-NAHT Rare
Food & Drink Ingredients

Origin: from Zitrone + -at

Also means

citron peel

Usage Note

Zitronat is candied citron or lemon peel, traditionally used together with Orangeat in Stollen, Früchtekuchen, and Lebkuchen. Sold pre-diced in seasonal baking sections. Used uncountably.

Examples

"Für den Christstollen mischt man Zitronat und Orangeat unter den Teig."

Natural Translation

For the Christstollen you mix candied lemon and orange peel into the dough.

Literal Translation

For the Christstollen mixes one candied lemon peel and orange peel under the dough.

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