Candied Grapefruit Peel Recipe
🕒 Prep Time: 30 minutes
🕒 Cook Time: 1 hour
🕒 Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Description:
Indulge in the delightful sweetness of candied grapefruit peel! This easy-to-make treat is bursting with citrus flavor, making it a perfect dessert or snack for any occasion.
Ingredients:
- 3 grapefruit, rind of
- 1/2 cup white corn syrup
- 1 cup water
- Granulated sugar
Instructions:
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Prepare Grapefruit Peel:
- Take peel (make sure that no white part is on the peel, as it’s the bitter part) from 3 grapefruits.
- Cook the peel in water for about 5 minutes.
- Drain and repeat this process twice to reduce bitterness.
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Cut Peel into Strips:
- Once blanched, cut the peel into strips. Scissors work well for this task.
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Candy the Peel:
- In a saucepan, combine the blanched grapefruit peel with white corn syrup.
- Cook the peel gently in the corn syrup until most of the syrup is absorbed, and the peel becomes shiny.
- Be vigilant during this process to avoid burning.
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Coat with Sugar:
- Drain the candied peel and allow it to cool slightly.
- Roll the peel in granulated sugar until evenly coated.
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Drying:
- Lay out the sugared peel on a cookie sheet to dry.
- Allow the peel to air dry until it becomes firm to the touch.
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Storage:
- Once dried, store the candied grapefruit peel in a tightly covered jar.
- Properly stored, it will keep for a long time, ready to be enjoyed whenever the craving strikes!
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 482.5
- Fat Content: 0.3g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 112.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 130.9g
- Fiber Content: 0g
- Sugar Content: 45.6g
- Protein Content: 0g
Recipe Notes:
- The candied grapefruit peel makes for a delightful standalone treat or a lovely addition to desserts, cocktails, and even salads!
- Experiment with different citrus fruits for unique flavor variations.
- Ensure the peel is completely dry before storing to prevent mold growth.
