Caramelized Citrus Elegance

Caramelized Oranges Recipe

Overview

Enjoy the delightful flavors of caramelized oranges, a quick and easy dessert that brings out the natural sweetness of citrus fruits. This recipe, originating from Ontario’s Liquor Control Board, promises to impress with its simplicity and elegance. Perfect for a quick treat or a fancy dinner party dessert, each serving is a burst of citrusy goodness coated in rich caramel sauce.

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 15 minutes
• Serves: 6
• Calories per serving: 190.6 kcal
• Rating: ★★★★★ (1 review)

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup cold water
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup warm water
• 6 oranges or clementines

Instructions

1. Prepare the Caramel Sauce:

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   • In a heavy-based saucepan, combine cold water and granulated sugar.
   • Slowly bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring continuously until the sugar completely dissolves. It’s crucial that the sugar dissolves fully before the mixture starts boiling.
   • Once boiling, refrain from stirring. Instead, use a pastry brush dipped in water to wash down any sugar crystals from the sides of the pan. Continue boiling until the sugar turns into a rich, dark caramel color.

2. Add Warm Water:

   • Carefully add the warm water to the caramelized sugar. Be cautious as it may splutter.
   • Return the pan to heat and stir gently until the caramel dissolves completely into the water. Set aside the caramel sauce to cool.

3. Prepare the Oranges:

   • Peel all the oranges, removing as much of the white pith as possible.
   • Place the peeled oranges in a bowl and pour the cooled caramel sauce over them. Gently turn the fruit to ensure each piece is coated with the sauce.

4. Chill and Garnish:

   • Chill the caramelized oranges thoroughly in the refrigerator.
   • Meanwhile, take the peel of one orange and cut it into matchstick-sized pieces. Boil these pieces until tender, then refresh them in cold water and drain.
   • Sprinkle half of the cooked zest over the caramelized oranges in the bowl and stir gently.

5. Serve:

   • To serve, portion the chilled caramelized oranges into individual dessert bowls.
   • Garnish each serving with additional zest for an extra burst of citrus flavor.

Tips and Notes

• Variations: You can use clementines or any citrus fruits of your choice instead of oranges.
• Make-Ahead: This dessert can be prepared in advance and kept chilled until ready to serve.
• Serve With: For added indulgence, serve each chilled orange with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
• Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: 190.6 kcal
• Fat: 0.2g
• Saturated Fat: 0g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 0.6mg
• Carbohydrates: 48.7g
• Fiber: 3.1g
• Sugar: 45.5g
• Protein: 1.2g

Keywords

Oranges, Citrus, Fruit, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Quick Dessert, Stove Top, Easy

Enjoy Your Caramelized Oranges!

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