Month: December 2013

  • Candied Pomelo Peel

    Candied Pomelo Peel

    Candied Pomelo Peel

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    3 cups of pomelo peel cut into slices trimmed of most of the pith

    Water to cover peel by about 2 inches

    750 ml water

    750 ml measure of sugar

    3 cinnamon stick

    1 cup granulated sugar

     

    Trim pomelo peel, cut into slices, take off most of the pith  (seemed to be about 2/3 of the peel of a large pomelo). Water to cover peel simmer for an hour with the cinnamon sticks. Drain.

    Put water and sugar in a pot, add peel and cinnamon. Bring to a boil then simmer for 2-3 hours until is reduced by about a half to two thirds, taking out the cinnamon stick half way so they don't break down the peel too much. Drain syrup into a bowl and keep to use with soda water as a spiced citrus flavor or in black or iced coffee. In a not-stick pan or surface pour 1 cup sugar. Gently mix in the peel strips. Allow to dry over night uncovered. then seal with additional sugar or dip in dark chocolate for a powerfully flavored treat.

    modified from this recipe