Spanish Oranges in Wine
Indulge in the vibrant and sophisticated flavors of Spanish cuisine with this traditional 'Spanish Oranges in Wine' recipe. A beautiful combination of juicy, fresh orange slices are bathed in a spiced red wine syrup infused with cinnamon, cloves, and zesty citrus peels, creating an effortless yet elegant dessert. This no-fuss recipe comes together in just 30 minutes, with a hands-off chill time that allows the bold, aromatic flavors to meld perfectly. Served chilled and garnished with a sprig of fresh mint, this light and refreshing dessert is perfect for entertaining or adding a Spanish flair to your everyday meals. Ideal for those who love fruity desserts with a hint of spice, this recipe makes the most of simple ingredients and transforms them into a show-stopping treat! Keywords: Spanish dessert, oranges in wine, spiced wine syrup, elegant dessert recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 whole oranges
- 250 ml dry red wine
- 100 g granulated sugar
- 1 whole cinnamon stick
- 4 whole cloves
- 1 strip lemon zest
- 1 strip orange zest
- 2 sprigs fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Wash the oranges thoroughly. Using a sharp knife, peel the oranges, removing all traces of the white pith. Slice them into thin rounds and arrange them in a shallow serving dish.
In a medium saucepan, combine the red wine, granulated sugar, cinnamon stick, cloves, lemon zest, and orange zest.
Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has completely dissolved. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and allow it to cook for about 10 minutes to infuse the wine with the spices and zest.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the spiced wine cool slightly for about 5 minutes.
Strain the wine mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove the solids, then pour the spiced wine evenly over the sliced oranges in the serving dish.
Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, garnish with fresh mint leaves, if desired. Serve chilled as a light dessert or snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
891 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.0 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 45 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 183.1 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.3 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 146.5 g | ||
| Protein | 6.6 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 356 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1341 mg | 29% | |
*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.
