Candied Orange Rind

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
1%
Candied Orange Rind
45 min.
3
698kcal

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Imagine the bright, sunny flavor of fresh oranges captured in a delightful sweet treat that can elevate any dessert or serve as a unique snack. Our Candied Orange Rind recipe is a delicious way to make use of the often-overlooked peels of this beloved citrus fruit. Bursting with an irresistible sweetness, these candied strips are not only easy to prepare, but they also embrace a range of dietary preferences, being vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free.

The process of creating Candied Orange Rind is a wonderful culinary adventure. By boiling the orange peels to soften their texture and reduce bitterness, you create a perfect canvas for a luscious glaze made from sugar and light corn syrup. The result is a treat that’s chewy yet delicate, with a sophisticated citrus flavor that will impress anyone you share it with.

In just 45 minutes, you can transform simple orange rinds into a gourmet snack or garnish, ideal for adding to cakes, desserts, or even your morning yogurt. What’s more, this recipe is an excellent way to minimize waste in your kitchen while indulging in a delightful sweet that showcases the vibrant flavors of oranges. Perfect for special occasions or as a fancy treat just for yourself, our Candied Orange Rind invites you to explore your culinary creativity!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup plus light
  • large oranges 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • cups sugar 
  • servings sugar 
  • cup water 
  • cups water 

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • candy thermometer

Directions

  1. Peel oranges, reserving orange sections for another use. Scrape off and discard white portion of rind.
  2. Bring orange rind, 2 cups water, and salt to a boil in a medium saucepan. Reduce heat; boil 30 minutes.
  3. Drain.
  4. Add enough water to cover rind, and boil 10 more minutes.
  5. Drain and cool. Scrape and discard any excess white portion from orange rind.
  6. Cut rind into 1/4-inch strips. Set aside.
  7. Combine 2 cups sugar, 1 cup water, and corn syrup in a medium saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture reaches soft ball stage or candy thermometer registers 23
  8. Add rind, and cook 5 minutes or until rind is translucent; drain. Toss rind with sugar.
  9. large grapefruit may be substituted.

Nutrition Facts

Calories698kcal
Protein0.63%
Fat0.82%
Carbs98.55%

Properties

Glycemic Index
67.23
Glycemic Load
110.51
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
6.8986955570138%

Flavonoids

Hesperetin
33.43mg
Naringenin
18.79mg
Luteolin
0.23mg
Kaempferol
0.16mg
Myricetin
0.18mg
Quercetin
0.55mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:697.61kcal
34.88%
Fat:0.67g
1.03%
Saturated Fat:0.02g
0.12%
Carbohydrates:181.05g
60.35%
Net Carbohydrates:178.11g
64.77%
Sugar:178.34g
198.15%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:806.06mg
35.05%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.15g
2.31%
Vitamin C:65.26mg
79.1%
Fiber:2.94g
11.78%
Folate:36.8µg
9.2%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.23%
Potassium:225.38mg
6.44%
Calcium:61.79mg
6.18%
Vitamin A:276IU
5.52%
Copper:0.1mg
5.19%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.51%
Magnesium:14.94mg
3.73%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.68%
Vitamin B5:0.31mg
3.07%
Selenium:1.69µg
2.41%
Manganese:0.04mg
1.92%
Vitamin B3:0.35mg
1.73%
Phosphorus:17.17mg
1.72%
Zinc:0.25mg
1.67%
Vitamin E:0.22mg
1.47%
Iron:0.2mg
1.12%
Source:My Recipes