Candied Citrus Peels
Easy DIY candied peels, for oranges, lemons, or limes.
Ingredients
- 1 medium orange, peeled Or 1-2 lemons, or 2-3 limes.
- ½ cup sugar
- ½ cup water
Instructions
- Cut the orange peels into strips.
- Over low-medium heat, add the sugar and water into a pot. Heat until the sugar is completely dissolved, then add the orange peels. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and allow to cook for 10-12 minutes. Do not stir. The pith of the orange peels should look translucent, and may be slightly green.
- Remove from the heat and set aside until the pot cools completely, up to 1 hour. After the peels are completely cool, use a fork or tongs to transfer the peels to a cooling rack. Allow to harden for several hours or overnight.