How To Make Candied Citrus Peel
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 4 citrus fruits (such as oranges or lemons)
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
Instructions
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Wash and dry the citrus fruits. Cut off the ends and score the peel into quarters. Carefully remove the peels in quarters.
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In a saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add the peels and simmer for 5 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water.
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In the same saucepan, combine sugar and water. Bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Add the citrus peels and simmer for 45 minutes or until tender.
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Using a slotted spoon, transfer the peels to a wire rack to cool and dry for about 1 hour.
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Once dry, toss the peels with additional sugar to coat.
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Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition
- Calories : 120kcal
- Total Fat : 0g
- Cholesterol : 0mg
- Sodium : 0mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 31g
- Dietary Fiber : 2g
- Sugar : 29g
- Protein : 1g
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