Candied Grapefruit Peel Recipe

🍊🍬 Get ready to indulge in a delightful treat with this Candied Grapefruit Peel recipe! Perfect for the holidays, entertaining guests, or as a thoughtful homemade gift, these sweet and tangy strips of citrusy goodness are sure to impress. Adapted from a recipe by Gourmet Magazine, this easy-to-follow recipe will have you making batch after batch of this irresistible candy!

Recipe Overview

• Name: Candied Grapefruit Peel
• Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Preparation Time: 45 minutes
  • Cooking Time: 10 minutes
• Servings: Approximately 45 strips
• Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)
• Calories: 37.8 per serving
• Keywords: Dessert, Citrus, Fruit, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Christmas, Thanksgiving, < 60 Mins, Stove Top, Easy

Ingredients

Instructions

1. Prepare Grapefruit Peel:

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   • Begin by quartering the grapefruits and carefully removing the peel, ensuring to keep the pieces intact.
   • Set aside the fruit for another use, as we’ll be focusing on the peel for this recipe.
   • Diagonally slice the pieces of peel into strips approximately 1/3 inch wide.

2. Boil the Peel:

   • Place the grapefruit peel strips in a 3-quart saucepan filled with cold water.
   • Bring the water to a boil slowly over moderate heat.
   • Boil the peel for 1 minute, then drain.
   • Repeat this process a total of 4 times to help remove any bitterness from the peel.

3. Prepare the Syrup:

   • Set up a lightly oiled large rack over a shallow baking pan to prepare for drying the candied peel.
   • In a large heavy skillet, combine the granulated sugar and water, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved.
   • Bring the mixture to a boil, ensuring all sugar is dissolved before proceeding.

4. Candy the Peel:

   • Add the boiled grapefruit peel strips to the skillet with the sugar syrup.
   • Boil the peel in the syrup, stirring continuously, until most of the syrup is absorbed. This should take approximately 10 minutes.
   • Once the peel has absorbed most of the syrup, remove it from the skillet and spread it out on the prepared rack, separating the pieces to allow for even drying.

5. Dry the Candied Peel:

   • Allow the candied peel to dry uncovered at room temperature until it becomes only slightly sticky. This typically takes between 4 to 8 hours.

6. Coat with Sugar:

   • Once the candied peel has dried slightly, toss a few pieces at a time in superfine sugar, ensuring to shake off any excess.
   • If the sugar syrup begins to crystallize on the peel during cooking, promptly remove it from the skillet. While the appearance may differ slightly, the peel will still be delicious and won’t require additional sugar coating.

7. Storage:

   • Store the candied grapefruit peel in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. Alternatively, you can refrigerate it for up to 1 month.
   • If the chilled peel becomes too moist over time, simply pat it dry and reroll it in sugar before serving.

Cooks’ Notes

• Don’t hesitate to experiment with different citrus fruits for variation. Orange peel can be substituted or added to the recipe for a delightful twist.
• Candied peel makes for a delightful addition to desserts, cocktails, or even as a sweet snack on its own.
• Ensure to boil the grapefruit peel multiple times to remove bitterness, as this step is crucial for achieving the perfect balance of flavors.
• If you notice the sugar syrup crystallizing on the peel during cooking, act quickly to remove it from the skillet to prevent any unwanted texture. The candied peel will still be delicious even without the additional sugar coating in this scenario.

Now that you have mastered the art of making Candied Grapefruit Peel, get ready to impress your family and friends with this irresistible homemade treat! Whether you enjoy it during the holidays or any time of the year, these sweet and tangy strips are bound to become a favorite in your household. Enjoy! 🎉🍬