Candied Orange Peel

Rae
Rae @LoveRae

I had a bunch of oranges given to me and I honestly had absolutely no clue what to do with them all so from making the orange cake I used the rind of the oranges instead of throwing it out.

It's also perfect to give as a homemade gift.

Candied Orange Peel

I had a bunch of oranges given to me and I honestly had absolutely no clue what to do with them all so from making the orange cake I used the rind of the oranges instead of throwing it out.

It's also perfect to give as a homemade gift.

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Ingredients

  1. 300 mlwater
  2. 300 ggranulated sugar + 150g sugar for coating
  3. Peel from 3 large oranges including rind, cut into thin strips

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    In boiling water cook the orange strips for 15 minutes, drain the water and repeat. (This is to remove some of the bitterness from the rind)

  2. 2

    In a saucepan (I used a 20cm round saucepan) add the sugar and 300ml of water then over medium heat stir continously until the sugar has dissolved.

  3. 3

    Add the peel and bring it to boiling point then reduce it to a simmer and cook for approximately 45 minutes until the orange rind is really soft. If there is any liquid left drain. Mine became gloopy and really sticky so I had to work quickly before it cooled down and hardened.

  4. 4

    Line a baking tray with greaseproof paper and add 150g sugar spread out.

  5. 5

    Toss the orange rind evenly in the sugar, separating any rinds that are stuck together.

  6. 6

    Transfer the coated rind to a tray lined with foil.

  7. 7

    Cover the tray with a tea towel and let it dry for 1-2 days. Then place in an airtight container and enjoy.

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