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Sour Candied Citrus Fruit Peels
Looking for a unique and delicious snack? Look no further than sour candied citrus peels! This recipe uses simple ingredients to create a vibrant and flavorful treat that's perfect for any occasion.
👥 10 Servings⏱️ Prep & Cook: 4h 25m⏳ Prep: 10 min🔥 Cook: 1h 15m👤 Laura📖 castironskilletcooking
🥘 Ingredients
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🍳 Cookware
- knife
- saucepan
- bowl
- mixing bowl
📝 Preparation Steps
1
Begin by cutting off the ends of your lemons and grapefruits. Carefully score the peels from top to bottom.
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2
Use your fingers or a paring knife (being careful if you use a knife) to gently remove each peel from the citrus fruit.
3
In a saucepan, cover the peels with fresh water and bring to a boil. Let them simmer for ⏱️ 5 minutes, then drain the water.
water2 cups
4
Add both the sugar and water to the saucepan. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely, then add the peels back in and bring it to a simmer, cooking for ⏱️ 1 hour.
sugar2 cups½ cup sugarwater2 cups
5
Once the hour is up, remove the peels from the syrup and spread them out on a drying rack. Let them sit for ⏱️ 3 hours, allowing them to dry completely.
6
In a mixing bowl, combine the remaining ½ cup of sugar and 1 tablespoon of citric acid. Toss the dried peels in this mixture to coat them evenly.
sugar2 cups½ cup sugarcitric acid1 tablespoon
Nutrition Facts
calories
239 kcal
fat Content
0.4 g
serving Size
1 serving
fiber Content
2 g
sugar Content
56 g
sodium Content
4 mg
protein Content
1 g
carbohydrate Content
61 g
saturated Fat Content
0.03 g
unsaturated Fat Content
0.12 g
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