ORANGE CONFIT
This isn't cooking; it's alchemy. You're taking pretty much everything in the orange except its form and replacing it with sugar, making even the peel edible. It's quite amazing, though it does take time. You can use this technique on all kinds of citrus. Blanching the fruit helps to remove the bitterness of the pith. Think of this as fresh orange candy or sugar in orange form.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories candies, dessert
Time 16h
Yield 16 servings
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Fill a saucepan large enough to hold oranges with water; bring to a boil. Blanch oranges for 30 seconds, then remove, change water and repeat. Carefully quarter oranges through their poles. Return them to saucepan with half the sugar and water to cover. Bring to a boil, then cook over lowest possible heat, adding water as necessary to keep them covered. Cook for 8 hours, then remove from heat and let sit overnight.
- Drain oranges and repeat process with remaining sugar and water to cover. Oranges are done when very tender but not falling apart, from 1 to 8 hours. Remove pot from heat and let cool, then refrigerate oranges with their syrup. Oranges will keep, refrigerated, for several weeks.
- Serve an orange segment with a scoop of chocolate caramel mousse, or with a dollop of whipped cream.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 291, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 75 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 0 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 1 milligram, Sugar 74 grams
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Paul Kasperas
[email protected]I love the way the sugar caramelizes and gives the confit a beautiful golden color.
Zeeshan Jhan
[email protected]These are a great way to use up leftover oranges.
Alfred Andrew
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of orange confit, but these were really good! I'll definitely be making them again.
Kit Ak
[email protected]These are the best orange confit I've ever had! I will definitely be making them again.
Mohamed Abdelhalim
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. These orange confit are delicious and so easy to make.
Mackenzie Montri
[email protected]These are a great way to add a pop of color and flavor to your dishes.
William Wion
[email protected]I love how versatile these are. I've used them in salads, sandwiches, and even cocktails.
Mercy Washoi
[email protected]These are the perfect addition to a cheese plate. They're also great on top of yogurt or ice cream.
Jane Butler
[email protected]I made these for a brunch party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved the sweet and tangy flavor of the oranges.
Eniola Kerich
[email protected]These are a great way to use up leftover oranges. I love the way the sugar caramelizes and gives the confit a beautiful golden color.
Jessica Perez
[email protected]I'm not usually a big fan of orange confit, but these were really good! The orange flavor was subtle and not overpowering, and the texture was perfect.
Awn Zone
[email protected]These are so easy to make and they taste delicious! I love the bright citrus flavor of the oranges.
Dr Asad
[email protected]These are the best orange confit I've ever had! The orange flavor is so intense and the texture is perfect. I will definitely be making these again and again.
Fernando Herrera
[email protected]I've been looking for a good orange confit recipe for ages, and this one is perfect! The confit are so easy to make and they taste amazing. I'll definitely be making these again.
W2B Gaming FF
[email protected]Wow, these are so good! I'm so glad I found this recipe.
Aiden Moore
[email protected]These orange confit are so delicious! I love the way the orange flavor bursts in your mouth. I've already made them twice and I'm sure I'll be making them again and again.
Ghita Grancea
[email protected]I made these for a party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them. Definitely a keeper recipe.
HANOO GILL
[email protected]These are amazing! I love the combination of sweet and tart, and the orange flavor is so intense. I will definitely be making these again.
Faith Tucker
[email protected]I've never made orange confit before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. The confit turned out beautifully, and they were a hit with my family. Thanks for sharing this recipe!
Dominic Lockett
[email protected]These orange confit came out perfectly! The orange flavor was so bright and citrusy, and the texture was just right - not too chewy, not too soft. I served them with a simple vanilla ice cream, and they were the perfect ending to a delicious meal.