grapefruit rind

Bitter yellow covering

The grapefruit rind is the outer covering of the fruit—the colorful, slightly bumpy skin and the bitter white pith beneath it.

The yellow-pink outer layer contains aromatic oils used in cooking and cocktails, while the pith is typically discarded for its harsh taste.

Candied grapefruit rind transforms the bitter peel into a sweet-tart confection.

Related

bitter taste · pith · marmalade · yellow · ruby red · thick · aromatic · oils · segments · tangy · candied · candied peel · twist · cocktail · cocktail garnish · garnish · waxy · textured

Opposites
FRUIT ANATOMY (outer vs. inner)

grapefruit rindgrapefruit segments

Divided pieces of tart citrus

grapefruit juice · citrus pulp · citrus juice · fruit pulp

edibility/culinary value

grapefruit rindfruit pulp

Soft edible interior

edible fruit

edibility/desirability

grapefruit rindchoice cuts

Superior portions of meat

delicacy

Family

grapefruit, rind, grape, grapes, grapevine, fruit, fruits, fruited, fruiting

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G