Ingredients for Orange Peel Spoon Sweet Glyko Portokalaki
- 2 large oranges with thick peels
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup water (plus extra for boiling peels)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
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How to Make Orange Peel Spoon Sweet Glyko Portokalaki
- Wash and scrub 2 large oranges thoroughly.
- Using a vegetable peeler, remove the zest in wide strips. Avoid taking any of the bitter white pith initially.
- Cut the zest strips in half lengthwise, then into 1/4-inch wide pieces.
- Place the orange peel pieces in a saucepan and cover with cold water by about 2 inches.
- Bring to a boil over high heat and cook for 5 minutes from the moment it boils.
- Drain the peels in a colander and rinse under cold running water.
- Repeat steps 4-6, boiling for 3 minutes this time. This double boiling removes bitterness.
- In a separate saucepan, combine 2 cups granulated sugar and 1 cup water. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely.
- Bring the sugar syrup to a boil over high heat and cook for 5 minutes.
- Add the prepared orange peels to the boiling syrup. Return to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer, and cook for about 10-15 minutes, or until the syrup starts to thicken slightly. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Stir in 2 tablespoons of lemon juice. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
- Optionally, roll the peel strips before placing them in sterilized jars.
- Once cooled, transfer the Glyko Portokalaki to sterilized jars, leaving a small space at the top. Seal tightly and store in the refrigerator. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
0 g
Sugar
2242g
Fat
0g
Carbs
192g
