Caramel Tangelo or Oranges
Transform your dessert game with this show-stopping recipe for Caramel Tangelos or Oranges, a balance of vibrant citrus and indulgent caramel. Freshly peeled and delicately sliced tangelos or oranges are elegantly draped in a luscious amber caramel sauce infused with a hint of tangelo zest and a sprinkle of sea salt for an irresistible sweet-salty twist. This quick yet impressive dessert takes just 25 minutes from start to finish and shines as the perfect centerpiece for any dinner party or a refreshing after-dinner treat. Garnished with optional fresh mint leaves, this simple recipe elevates everyday citrus into a sophisticated and flavorful masterpiece that will leave your guests in awe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Tangelos or oranges
- 200 grams Granulated sugar
- 60 ml Water
- 20 grams Unsalted butter
- 1 pinch Sea salt
- 1 teaspoon Tangelo or orange zest
- 4 pieces Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the tangelos or oranges, removing as much of the white pith as possible. Slice them crosswise into 0.5 cm (1/4 inch) thick rounds.
In a medium, heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and water over medium heat. Stir gently until the sugar dissolves completely.
Once the sugar has dissolved, stop stirring and allow the mixture to come to a boil. Cook until the syrup turns into a medium amber caramel, swirling the pan occasionally to ensure even coloring. This will take about 5-7 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and carefully stir in the unsalted butter until fully incorporated. Be cautious, as the caramel may bubble vigorously.
Add the pinch of sea salt and tangelo or orange zest to the caramel, stirring to combine.
Arrange the sliced tangelos or oranges on a serving plate, slightly overlapping if desired.
Drizzle the hot caramel sauce evenly over the citrus slices, ensuring each piece is coated.
Allow the caramel to cool and harden slightly for 1-2 minutes. Garnish with fresh mint leaves, if using, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1154 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.2 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.0 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 44 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 176 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 260.8 g | 95% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.9 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 247.6 g | ||
| Protein | 4.9 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 235 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 877 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
