Indulge in the delightful citrusy goodness of candied orange peel, a sweet and tangy treat that adds a burst of flavor to various culinary creations. Whether you're looking for a simple snack, a vibrant addition to desserts, or a zesty twist in savory dishes, this versatile ingredient has a recipe for every occasion. From a basic candied orange peel recipe that captures the essence of this citrus delight to a chocolate-dipped variation that combines the richness of chocolate with the tangy orange flavor, these recipes offer a range of options to suit your taste preferences. Explore the nuances of orange peel infused with spices, discover the vibrant colors of candied orange peel adorned with food coloring, and learn how to create a delightful orange liqueur that captures the essence of this citrus treasure. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, these recipes will guide you in crafting candied orange peel that will tantalize your taste buds and elevate your culinary creations.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
SIMPLE CANDIED ORANGE PEEL
It takes a day or two for the peel to dry, so plan ahead perfect Candied Orange Peels
Provided by Damon Lee Fowler
Categories Dessert Christmas Quick & Easy Orange Christmas Eve Bon Appétit Fat Free Kidney Friendly Vegan Vegetarian Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes about 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Cut peel on each orange into 4 vertical segments. Remove each segment (including white pith) in 1 piece. Cut into 1/4-inch-wide strips. Cook in large pot of boiling water 15 minutes; drain, rinse, and drain again.
- Bring 3 cups sugar and 3 cups water to boil in medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring to dissolve sugar. Add peel. Return to boil. Reduce heat; simmer until peel is very soft, about 45 minutes. Drain.
- Toss peel and 1 cup sugar on rimmed baking sheet, separating strips. Lift peel from sugar; transfer to sheet of foil. Let stand until coating is dry, 1 to 2 days. DO AHEAD: Wrap and freeze up to 2 months.
CANDIED ORANGE PEEL
Use this recipe to garnish our Almond-Orange Financier. Candied peel can be made up to three weeks ahead; store it with the syrup in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes
Yield Makes 1/2 cup
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Using a citrus zester or vegetable peeler, shred long strips of orange peel.
- Place strips in a medium saucepan. Cover with cold water, and bring to a boil over medium heat. Drain; repeat two more times with fresh water.
- Place sugar in a clean saucepan with 1 1/2 cups water; stir to combine. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until sugar has dissolved, about 3 minutes. Add the citrus strips to the boiling syrup; reduce heat, and simmer until strips are translucent, about 12 minutes. Remove from heat; let strips cool in syrup, at least 1 hour. Remove from syrup when ready to use.
CANDIED ORANGE
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories dessert
Time 5h38m
Yield about 2 cups peel
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Cut tops and bottoms off of the orange and score the orange into quarters, cutting down only into the peel and not into the fruit. Peel the skin and pith of the orange in large pieces, use the orange for another recipe. Cut the peel into strips about 1/4-inch wide. Put the orange peel in a large saucepan with cold water to cover, bring to a boil over high heat. Then pour off the water. Repeat 1 or 2 more times depending up how assertive you want the orange peels to be. (Test kitchen liked the texture of a 3 time blanch best, it also mellowed the bitterness. But it is a matter of preference.) Remove the orange peels from the pan.
- Whisk the sugar with 1 1/2 cups water. Bring to a simmer and cook for 8 to 9 minutes (If you took the sugar's temperature with a candy thermometer it would be at the soft thread stage, 230 to 234 degrees F.) Add the peels and simmer gently, reducing heat to retain a simmer. Cook until the peels get translucent, about 45 minutes. Resist the urge to stir the peels or you may introduce sugar crystals into the syrup. If necessary, swirl the pan to move the peels around. Drain the peels, (save the syrup for ice tea.) Roll the peels in sugar and dry on a rack, for 4 to 5 hours. Return to the sugar to store.
- Cook's Note: One way to use orange peels is to stuff a dried date with a piece of orange peel and almond, then dip the entire thing into dark chocolate.
CANDIED ORANGE PEEL
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories dessert
Time 2h10m
Yield about 12 candied peels
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Using a vegetable peeler, cut the orange part of the peel from the stem end of the orange down to the navel end, forming long 3/4 to 1-inch-wide strips. Bring a heavy small saucepan of water to a boil. Add the peels and cook for 1 minute. Drain and then rinse the peels under cold water. Repeat cooking the peels in the saucepan with fresh boiling water and rinsing under cold water.
- Stir the sugar and 1/2 cup of fresh water in a heavy small saucepan over medium-high heat until the sugar dissolves. Bring to a boil. Add the orange peels and simmer over medium-low heat until tender, about 15 minutes. Using tongs, transfer the peels to a sheet of parchment paper to dry slightly, about 1 hour.
- Line a small baking sheet with parchment paper. Stir the chocolate in a small bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water until melted and smooth. Dip 1 1/2-inches of each candied orange peel into the chocolate then place them on the prepared baking sheet and refrigerate until the chocolate is set, about 15 minutes.
CANDIED CITRUS PEEL
Candied orange and lemon peel will keep for 6-8 weeks in an airtight container. Chop and add to fruitcakes, muffins or other treats
Provided by Mary Cadogan
Categories Treat
Time 2h15m
Yield Makes about 300g
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Cut the fruit into 8 wedges, then cut out the flesh, leaving about 5mm thickness of peel and pith. Cut each wedge into 3-4 strips.
- Put the peel in a pan and cover with cold water. Bring to the boil, then simmer for 5 mins. Drain, return to the pan and re-cover with fresh water. Bring to the boil, then simmer for 30 mins.
- Set a sieve over a bowl and drain the peel, reserving the cooking water. Add 100g sugar to each 100ml water you have. Pour into a pan and gently heat, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Add the peel and simmer for 30 mins until the peel is translucent and soft. Leave to cool in the syrup, then remove with a slotted spoon and arrange in 1 layer on a wire rack set over a baking sheet. Put in the oven at the lowest setting for 30 mins to dry.
- Sprinkle a layer of sugar over a sheet of baking parchment. Toss the strips of peel in the sugar, a few at a time, then spread out and leave for 1 hr or so to air-dry.
- Pack the peel into an airtight storage jar or rigid container lined with baking parchment. Will keep for 6-8 weeks in a cool, dry place.
- To make into a delicious gift, melt the chocolate in a small bowl. Dip the candied orange peel into the chocolate to half-coat them, shaking off the excess. Put them on baking parchment to set, then pack into small cellophane bags tied with ribbon or pretty kitchen string.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 82 calories, Carbohydrate 17 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 13 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 1 grams protein
SWEET CANDIED ORANGE AND LEMON PEEL
With this easy-to-follow recipe, orange and lemon peel become an elegant--yet still a bit tart--sugared confection.
Provided by Brenda Ward
Categories Everyday Cooking Vegan Desserts
Time 4h40m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place lemon and orange peel in large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil over high heat. Boil for 20 minutes, drain and set aside.
- In medium saucepan, combine 2 cups sugar and 1 cup water. Bring to a boil and cook until mixture reaches thread stage, 230 degrees F (108 degrees C) on candy thermometer, or small amount dropped in cold water forms a soft thread. Stir in peel, reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Drain.
- Roll peel pieces, a few at a time, in remaining sugar. Let dry on wire rack several hours. Store in airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 153.9 calories, Carbohydrate 39.9 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 0.8 mg, Sugar 39 g
Tips:
- Choose ripe and juicy oranges with a smooth, unblemished peel.
- Use a sharp knife or peeler to remove the orange peel in thin, even strips.
- Boil the orange peel in water for several minutes to soften it and remove any bitterness.
- Drain the orange peel and pat it dry.
- Combine the sugar, water, and corn syrup in a saucepan and bring to a boil.
- Add the orange peel to the sugar syrup and simmer for 30-45 minutes, or until the peel is translucent and slightly chewy.
- Drain the orange peel and spread it out on a wire rack to cool.
- Toss the candied orange peel in granulated sugar to prevent it from sticking together.
- Store the candied orange peel in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.
Conclusion:
Candied orange peel is a delicious and versatile treat that can be enjoyed on its own, used as a topping for desserts, or added to baked goods. It's a great way to use up leftover oranges and a fun project to do with kids. With a little time and effort, you can easily make your own candied orange peel at home and enjoy its sweet and tangy flavor all year long.
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