Homemade Sweet Orange Peel
A delightful treat awaits with this candied orange peel recipe. Discover how simple it is to transform bitter orange peels into sweet, chewy strips of confectionery goodness. Perfect for snacking or as a vibrant garnish, these candied orange peels offer a burst of citrus flavor in every bite. A delightful addition to your home cooking repertoire, this recipe is sure to become a household favorite!
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- * 1 cup Orange Peel
- * 1-1/2 cup Water
- * 3/4 cups Sugar, Divided
Instructions
- Remove the white pith part from the peel. This white part is bitter. Cut the cleaned peel into strips about 1/4 or 1/2 inch thick.
- Place the peels in a large saucepan and add 1 cup cold water to cover. Bring to a boil and cook over medium heat for 40 minutes or until the peels are soft. Next, rinse them with tap water. Drain the strips in a colander.
- After that, place 1/2 cup sugar and remaining 1/2 cup of water in a medium-sized heavy-bottomed pan and cook until sugar dissolves. Add peel. Cook1 -2 minutes. Mix well.
- Remove from heat and place the peel on a wire rack and allow to dry overnight. After it has completely dried, toss with remaining 1/4 cup sugar and store in an airtight container.
Yield
Serves 5
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