CARAMELIZED CITRUS
This is a modernized version of a dessert that was popular in Britain during the 1970s, a simple, stylish confection that was a standby of posh dinner parties: caramelized oranges. It was then and remains the sort of dish that is not particularly difficult to make, but still signals a home cook's understanding of elegance. My recipe nods to, but is not of, that era. It calls for saffron, which infuses the sauce with its sweet-savory, haylike aroma, and for yogurt, which is a delicious partner to the fruit. On which subject, an important final note: Be careful to remove all the white pith beneath the skin of the citrus, as it is exceedingly bitter.
Provided by Sam Sifton
Categories quick, dessert
Time 30m
Yield Serves 4-8
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Using a small, sharp knife, cut off the tops and bottoms of the oranges and grapefruit, then slice the peel off them vertically, taking care to remove all the white pith below the skin of the fruit.
- Spoon the yogurt onto a platter or into a large bowl. Turn each fruit on its side, then slice it into rounds that are between 1/4-inch and 1/8-inch thick. Place the sliced fruit on top of the yogurt in an attractive pattern, then place the platter or bowl into the refrigerator.
- Make the caramel. Put the sugar in a large sauté pan set over medium heat, then add to it 1/2 cup or 125 milliliters of water, and swirl the pan to dissolve the sugar. Let the mixture come slowly to a boil, without stirring, then lower heat slightly, and cook until the syrup has gone a very deep amber color, approximately 5 to 6 minutes. Remove from heat, add the saffron to the caramel and swirl to mix it in.
- Pour the caramel over the sliced fruit. Return to the refrigerator for an hour or so, or serve right away.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 53, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 0 milligrams, Sugar 12 grams
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Khan Tahir
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of citrus, but I tried this recipe and was pleasantly surprised! The caramelized citrus is so flavorful and the sauce is to die for. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a unique and delicious dessert.
Guanz Djay
[email protected]This recipe is so easy to follow and the results are amazing! The caramelized citrus is the perfect balance of sweet and tart. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Ramadan Yakub
[email protected]I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The caramelized citrus is the perfect balance of sweet and tart. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy dessert.
Junayd Mahamoodally
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The caramelized citrus is so delicious and the sauce is perfect. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Israelah Urzame
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of citrus, but I tried this recipe and was pleasantly surprised! The caramelized citrus is so flavorful and the sauce is to die for. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a unique and delicious dessert.
Malika Scott
[email protected]This recipe is so easy to follow and the results are amazing! The caramelized citrus is the perfect balance of sweet and tart. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Ashraful Juha
[email protected]I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The caramelized citrus is the perfect balance of sweet and tart. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy dessert.
Kaka King
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The caramelized citrus is so delicious and the sauce is perfect. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Mohammad Shahzaib
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of citrus, but I tried this recipe and was pleasantly surprised! The caramelized citrus is so flavorful and the sauce is to die for. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a unique and delicious dessert.
0wais Baloch
[email protected]This recipe is so easy to follow and the results are amazing! The caramelized citrus is the perfect balance of sweet and tart. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Brayan Ibarra
[email protected]I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The caramelized citrus is the perfect balance of sweet and tart. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy dessert.
Milton Nyelle
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The caramelized citrus is so delicious and the sauce is perfect. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Rashim Butsitsi
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of citrus, but I tried this recipe and was pleasantly surprised! The caramelized citrus is so flavorful and the sauce is to die for. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a unique and delicious dessert.
Kyo kyo
[email protected]This recipe is so easy to follow and the results are amazing! The caramelized citrus is the perfect balance of sweet and tart. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Samar Bj40
[email protected]I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the sweet and tangy flavor of the citrus. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy dessert.
Emmanuel Elijah
[email protected]This recipe was absolutely delicious! The citrus was caramelized perfectly and the sauce was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.