Orange peels are often discarded without a second thought, but they’re packed with flavor, nutrients, and potential! Instead of throwing them away, transform them into these two incredibly delicious and easy recipes.
1. Candied Orange Peel
Ingredients:
Peels from 4 large oranges
1 cup of granulated sugar, plus extra for coating
1 cup of water
Instructions:
Prepare the Peels:
Carefully remove the peels from the oranges.
Cut the peels into strips and remove as much of the white pith as possible to reduce bitterness.
Blanch the Peels:
Place the peel strips in a pot of boiling water for about 15 minutes to soften and remove some bitterness.
Drain and rinse under cold water. Repeat this process twice.
Make Syrup:
In the same pot, combine 1 cup of sugar with 1 cup of water. Bring to a simmer and stir until the sugar dissolves.
Cook the Peels:
Add the orange peels to the syrup and simmer for about 45 minutes or until they become translucent.
Dry and Coat:
Using tongs, remove the peels from the syrup and let them dry on a wire rack for about 4-5 hours.
Once dry, toss them in granulated sugar until well coated.
Storage:
Store the candied peels in an airtight container at room temperature.
2. Orange Peel Tea
Ingredients:
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