Challenging<\/p>\n
Approximately 50<\/p>\n
Serves 4<\/p>\n
30 minutes<\/p>\n
20 minutes<\/p>\n
12 hours 50 minutes<\/p>\n
Looking for a unique twist to traditional orange peels? Try these candied grapefruit peels instead! These delightful treats are perfect for gifting, decorating cakes, or adding a festive touch to your yule logs and sweet breads. Turn the often-overlooked part of the fruit into a sweet, perfumed delicacy with a soft, crystallized texture that complements coffee or enhances your desserts.<\/p>\n
For 4 people:<\/p>\n
– Grapefruit: 1 unit
\n– Sugar (equal to the weight of the peels)
\n– Lemon juice
\n– Water
\n– Icing sugar (for coating)<\/p>\n
1. Start by slicing off the ends of the grapefruit, then carefully remove the peel. Slice the peel into thin strips.<\/p>\n
2. To remove the bitterness from the peels, blanch them by repeating the following step four times: place the peels in a small saucepan, add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, and cover with water. Bring to a boil, let it simmer for 15 seconds, then drain in a colander and rinse the peels under cold water. After the fourth time, drain well and allow to cool completely.<\/p>\n
3. If the peels are still moist, pat them dry with paper towels, then weigh them. In a saucepan, combine the peels with an equal weight of sugar. Cover with water and heat over low heat. Allow the mixture to simmer until all the liquid has evaporated (about 15-20 minutes). Let the peels cool in the pan.<\/p>\n
4. Carefully spread the peels on a rack without overlapping. Allow to dry for about 12 hours.<\/p>\n
Once the peels are dry, roll them in icing sugar and store them in an airtight container.<\/p>\n\n\n