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Candied Orange Zest
From EatingWell: November/December 1996
Easy to make, candied orange zest is a beautiful, edible garnish for many desserts.
About 1/3 cup
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Nutrition Profile
Low calorie | Low cholesterol | Low saturated fat | Heart healthy | Healthy weight | Gluten free |
View Our Nutrition Guidelines »Ingredients
- 1 orange, scrubbed
- 1/2 cup sugar
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Preparation
- Remove orange zest in long strips with a vegetable peeler. Cut the strips lengthwise into julienne strips. Place the zest in a saucepan, cover with cold water and bring to a simmer; cook for 5 minutes. Drain and return the zest to the pan. Add sugar and 1/2 cup water; bring to a simmer. Cook over low heat until the zest is translucent and tender, about 10 minutes. With a fork, remove the candied orange zest to a piece of wax paper to cool.
Tips & Notes
- Make Ahead Tip: Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition
Per tablespoon: 78 calories; 0 g fat ( 0 g sat , 0 g mono ); 0 mg cholesterol; 20 g carbohydrates; 0 g protein; 1 g fiber; 0 mg sodium; 13 mg potassium.
Carbohydrate Servings: 1
Exchanges: 1 other carbohydrate
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Recipe Categories
- Health & Diet Considerations
- Healthy weight
- Heart healthy
- Low saturated fat
- Low cholesterol
- Low calorie
- Gluten free
- Meal/Course
- Dessert
- Servings
- 6
- Total Time
- 30 minutes or less
- Ease of Preparation
- Easy
- Ethnic/Regional
- American
- Type of Dish
- Sauce/Condiment, sweet
- Publication
- November/December 1996
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