Citrus Ribbons
Brighten up your dishes with the zesty charm of Citrus Ribbons, a quick and delightful recipe that turns humble orange, lemon, and lime peels into shimmering strips of sweet-tangy perfection. In just 25 minutes, these thinly sliced citrus peels are simmered in a simple sugar syrup, transforming them into glossy, translucent ribbons bursting with bold citrus flavor. Perfect for garnishing desserts, cocktails, or even salads, these vibrant ribbons add a pop of color and a punch of citrusy goodness to any dish. Easy to make and irresistibly versatile, Citrus Ribbons are a must-try kitchen trick for elevating your culinary creations effortlessly.
The Toxic-Free Cutting Board
Medical-grade titanium. No microplastics. No bacteria. No compromises.
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 whole Oranges
- 2 whole Lemons
- 2 whole Limes
- 100 grams Granulated Sugar
- 250 milliliters Water
Instructions
Using a vegetable peeler, carefully peel the skins off the oranges, lemons, and limes, ensuring minimal white pith remains on the peel to avoid bitterness.
Slice the peels into thin ribbons, approximately 1/8 inch wide. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and water. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves and forms a syrup. This should take about 3-5 minutes.
Once the syrup is ready, add the citrus peel ribbons to the pan.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer the peels in the syrup for 5-7 minutes, or until they soften and become translucent.
Using a slotted spoon, carefully remove the citrus ribbons from the syrup and transfer them to a cooling rack set over a baking sheet to allow any excess syrup to drip off.
Let the ribbons cool completely before using. They will firm up slightly as they cool.
Serve as a garnish for desserts, cocktails, or salads. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
96 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.8 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.4 g | ||
| Protein | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 30 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 117 mg | 2% | |
*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.
