ORANGE CONFIT
This isn't cooking; it's alchemy. You're taking pretty much everything in the orange except its form and replacing it with sugar, making even the peel edible. It's quite amazing, though it does take time. You can use this technique on all kinds of citrus. Blanching the fruit helps to remove the bitterness of the pith. Think of this as fresh orange candy or sugar in orange form.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories candies, dessert
Time 16h
Yield 16 servings
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Fill a saucepan large enough to hold oranges with water; bring to a boil. Blanch oranges for 30 seconds, then remove, change water and repeat. Carefully quarter oranges through their poles. Return them to saucepan with half the sugar and water to cover. Bring to a boil, then cook over lowest possible heat, adding water as necessary to keep them covered. Cook for 8 hours, then remove from heat and let sit overnight.
- Drain oranges and repeat process with remaining sugar and water to cover. Oranges are done when very tender but not falling apart, from 1 to 8 hours. Remove pot from heat and let cool, then refrigerate oranges with their syrup. Oranges will keep, refrigerated, for several weeks.
- Serve an orange segment with a scoop of chocolate caramel mousse, or with a dollop of whipped cream.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 291, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 75 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 0 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 1 milligram, Sugar 74 grams
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Waqas Baloshe
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Esther Eduok
[email protected]This recipe was an absolute disaster! The oranges burnt and the syrup turned into a sticky mess. I had to throw the whole thing away. I'm never making this again!
Seekay Gaji
[email protected]This recipe was a miss for me. The orange confit were too sweet and the texture was off. I wouldn't recommend this recipe to others.
Habib Sultan
[email protected]I was really looking forward to trying this recipe, but I was disappointed with the results. The orange confit were bland and lacked flavor. I won't be making this again anytime soon.
md Nor
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my orange confit didn't turn out as well as I had hoped. The oranges were a little too soft and the syrup was too runny. I'm not sure what I did wrong.
Kavi Kavi
[email protected]Overall, I thought this recipe was pretty good. The oranges were candied nicely, but I found the syrup to be a little too sweet for my taste. I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.
Md Antazul
[email protected]As a busy mom, I don't have a lot of time to spend in the kitchen. This recipe was quick and easy to make, and the results were delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.
Sweet girl
[email protected]I've never had orange confit before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. They're unlike anything I've ever tasted before. The combination of sweet and tart is simply irresistible.
Kigongo Andrew
[email protected]I was pleasantly surprised to find that these orange confit are actually quite healthy. They're a good source of fiber and vitamin C. I feel good about indulging in them!
Santosh Bhai
[email protected]I love that this recipe can be made ahead of time. I made a batch of orange confit on the weekend and I've been enjoying them all week. They're the perfect quick snack or addition to my meals.
Shadow KittenGaming
[email protected]I served these orange confit at my last dinner party and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them! They're the perfect addition to any cheese plate or dessert platter.
vinnius cheruiyot
[email protected]I used these orange confit to make a batch of orange scones, and they were a hit! The scones were moist and flavorful, with just the right amount of sweetness.
Issam Abadaj
[email protected]These orange confit were the perfect balance of sweet and tart. I couldn't resist eating them straight out of the jar!
Jana Ayman
[email protected]As a beginner in the kitchen, I was a little intimidated by this recipe. But I'm so glad I gave it a try! The instructions were easy to follow and the results were amazing. The orange confit turned out even better than I expected.
Chalam Beppri
[email protected]I've always loved orange confit, and this recipe was no exception. The oranges were beautifully caramelized and had a lovely chewy texture. I'll definitely be making this again!
Arslan Arslan
[email protected]These orange confit were a delightful treat! The oranges were perfectly candied, with a wonderfully rich and citrusy flavor. I used them to top my morning yogurt and they were the perfect addition.