Simply the zest: 21 recipes to celebrate 21 years of ClemenGold® mandarins

1. Vegan oats with fresh ClemenGold®️ and coconut

7-ingredients, 10 minutes need we say more?

Get the recipe for vegan oats with fresh ClemenGold®️ and coconut here.

2. Fluffy flapjacks with caramelised ClemenGold® mandarins

Weekends were meant for OTT brunches and taking it easy. A stack of these fluffy flapjacks will undoubtedly be the highlight of any day (weekend or otherwise).

Get the recipe for fluffy flapjacks with caramelised ClemenGold® mandarins here.

3. Toasted brioche with a quick ClemenGold®️ “jam” and Boerenkaas

If you’ve always wanted to make jam but feel intimidated, this 10-minute recipe is a great starting point. Pair with crunchy toast and sharp cheese for a sweet-and-savoury brekkie.

Get the recipe for toasted brioche with a quick ClemenGold®️ “jam” and Boerenkaas here.

4. Confit duck “banh mi”

Put a twist on two classic dishes: duck a l'orange and banh mi with ClemenGold®️ mandarins.

Get the recipe for confit duck “banh mi” here. 

5. ClemenGold® Asian noodle salad

No sad desk lunch here! This crunchy salad comes together in 20 minutes. It’s light yet filling and requires zero cooking.

Get the recipe for ClemenGold® Asian noodle salad here. 

6. Fennel, ClemenGold® and fior di latte salad

Apples aren’t the only fruit you can pair with fennel. The zesty flavour and acid kick of ClemenGold®️ mandarins go wonderfully with fennel's anise flavour. Add creamy fior di latte and a mustardy vinaigrette to complete the dish.

Get the recipe for fennel, ClemenGold® and fior di latte salad here.

7. Air-fryer roast chicken

There’s more to your air-fryer than heating last night’s takeaway leftovers. Give your oven a rest and roast a whole chook in the air-fryer, trust us, it works!

Get the recipe for air-fryer roast chicken here. 

8. Sticky ClemenGold®-glazed roast chicken with pumpkin wedges

Are you still going old school? This roast chicken recipe makes the perfect Sunday lunch. It’s also very budget-friendly – no need to wait for pay day to impress.

Get the recipe for sticky ClemenGold®-glazed roast chicken with pumpkin wedges here.

9. ClemenGold®-roasted fennel and leeks

Upgrade Sunday lunch with this delicious ClemenGold®-roasted fennel and leeks. It's dressed in a tahini dressing and has croutons for extra crunch.

Get the recipe for ClemenGold®-roasted fennel and leeks here.

10. 20-minute root veg salad

The secret to cooking root veg in a flash is to steam them first (the microwave works just fine) before frying to add flavour and caramelisation. This recipe forgoes salad dressing for a ClemenGold®️ mandarin-cumin butter you’ll want to drizzle on everything!

Get the recipe for 20-minute root veg salad here.

11. Mandazi with ClemenGold®-infused chocolate sauce

These East African doughnuts are a must-try. We’ve taken an extra step by serving them with a ClemenGold®-infused chocolate sauce but, in our opinion, it’s a step you shouldn't skip.

Get the recipe for mandazi with ClemenGold®-infused chocolate sauce here.

12. ClemenGold® rusks

What’s tea-time without rusks for dunking? This citrusy twist on South Africa’s best teatime treat is what you need to make the next time you have a friend coming over – the perfect accompaniment for catching up on everything you’ve missed.

Get the recipe for ClemenGold® rusks here.

13. Upside-down ClemenGold® blender cake

Say goodbye to messy counters and washing up countless bowls. This cake batter is made in the blender, poured into a cake tin and baked. ClemenGold® mandarins are perfect to use in this recipe because they're virtually seedless so you're guaranteed there won't be any bitter flavour from the seeds.

Get the recipe for upside-down ClemenGold® blender cake here.

14. Citrus-and-yoghurt cake with ClemenGold® icing

No birthday is complete without cake! Sandwich home-made ClemenGold® curd between two light-and-moist citrus-yoghurt sponge cake and decorate with an airy ClemenGold®-flavoured icing. Keep the decoration simple or go crazy – there are no rules.

Get the recipe for citrus-and-yoghurt cake with ClemenGold® icing here. 

15. Crêpes Suzette

Light, airy, and bursting with juicy ClemenGold®️ mandarin flavour, these crepes Suzette are the perfect dessert! Serve them on their own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Get the recipe for crêpes Suzette here. 

16. ClemenGold®️ baked custard

If you don’t like your desserts too sweet, this low-effort decadent dessert is for you. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply craving a comforting treat, this fail-proof baked custard will satisfy your cravings.

Get the recipe for ClemenGold®️ baked custard here. 

17. ClemenGold® sorbet

No features here, this recipe is 100% ClemenGold® mandarins. Serve it as a chilled dessert or top it with your favourite spirit and fizzy tonic to turn it into a cocktail.

Get the recipe for ClemenGold® sorbet here. 

18. Winter pavlova with toffee ClemenGold® mandarins

If you’ve ever wanted to bite into a cloud, this recipe is the closest you’ll ever get. Don’t be intimated by this beauty, with only 6 ingredients, this recipe is all about precision and patience. If you’re planning a menu for a special occasion,  make this glorious pavlova for the final act!

Get the recipe for winter pavlova with toffee ClemenGold® mandarins here. 

19. ClemenGold® tiramisu

Don’t limit tiramisu to just coffee and chocolate, this ClemenGold® take on the classic Italian dessert is like summer in a bowl.

Get the recipe for ClemenGold® tiramisu here. 

20. ClemenGold® mandarin cups

Inspired by lemon posset, these ClemenGold® cups may just be our new favourite dessert. This 4-ingredient dessert is dead easy to make and doesn't disappoint in flavour. Top with fluffy torched meringue to make the ultimate picture-perfect dessert.

Get the recipe for ClemenGold® mandarin cups here.

21. ClemenGold® old-fashioned

This ClemenGold® old-fashioned is the perfect pick-me-up for chilly evenings!

Get the recipe for ClemenGold® old-fashioned here.