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07 July 2026 Last updated: 12 September 2026

This traditional no-waste treat is made by boiling orange peels in sugar syrup until they become sweet and translucent. It is often served with coffee.

Step by Step

How to make it?

1

Remove the Bitterness

45 min

Boil the orange peels over medium heat for 15 minutes, changing the water each time. Do this 3 times in total, then drain.

2

Make the Syrup

5 min

Bring the sugar and water to a boil over medium heat, then add the boiled peels.

3

Cook

55 min

Simmer over low heat for 45–55 minutes, until the peels are translucent and the syrup has thickened. Add the lemon juice.

4

Cool

20 min

Transfer to a jar and let cool.

Reminder

Store in a sealed jar in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.

Nutritional Values · 1 serving

Values are estimates
90 kcalCalories
0.2 gProtein
23 gCarbohydrate
0 gFat
1 gFiber
22 gSugar
5 mgSodium
0 gSaturated Fat
Protein 1% Carbohydrate 99% Fat 0%
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