How to make Mixed Peel
Once you know how to make mixed peel at home you'll be eating it right from the jar, it's such a delicious contrast to the store bought variety.
Equipment
- Large Chopping Board
- Sharp knife
- Large Bowl
- Large Saucepan
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Plate or re-useable wrap to cover bowl
- Colander
Ingredients
- 4 Oranges
- 4 Lemons
- 1 Grapefruit
- 2300 ml Cold water
- 900 grams Caster Sugar total of 1350 grams of caster sugar
- 450 grams Caster Sugar
Instructions
Day 1
- If the fruit is waxed, prepare it by putting in a colander and pouring boiling water over. Give the skin a good scrub and pat dry.4 Oranges, 4 Lemons, 1 Grapefruit
- Cut the fruit into quarters and remove the skin from the fruit. Using a sharp knife remove the pith from the peel.
- Cut the peel into short strips lengthways and then widthways to obtain similarly sized pieces of peel. Weigh the peel, you should have around 450grams.
- Place peel in the saucepan with the water, bring to the boil then cover and simmer for 1 hour.2300 ml Cold water
- Remove from the heat and drain over the large mixing bowl, reserving the water. Measure the water, you will need 5¾ cups. Top up with cold water if required. Return the water to the saucepan.
- Add 900 grams (4½ cups) of sugar to the water and bring to a gentle boil, simmering until the sugar has dissolved (approximately 10 minutes).900 grams Caster Sugar
- Add the peel to the large mixing bowl and pour over the sugar syrup. Allow to cool before covering and leaving to soak for 24 hours.
Day 2
- Strain the syrup into a large saucepan (don't discard the peel!) and return saucepan to the heat. Add the remaining 450 grams (2¼ cups) of sugar and bring to the boil. Turn down to a simmer for a couple of minutes, until the sugar has completely dissolved.450 grams Caster Sugar
- Pour the syrup back over the peel, allow to cool then cover and soak for a further 24 hours.
Day 3
- Strain the syrup into a large saucepan (don't discard the peel!) and return saucepan to the heat. Bring to the boil then turn the heat down to simmer for 30 minutes.
- Pour the syrup back over the peel, allow to cool then cover and soak for a further 4 days.
Day 7
- Drain the peel (reserve the syrup - see notes) and place in the oven in the lowest setting for 1 - 3 hours until completely dry. Alternatively, place in a dehydrator at 35°C for 4 hours, or until completely dry. The peel can also be dried on the counter top in cool dry place until no longer tacky, although this method may take a day or so.
- Store mixed peel in sterilised jars.
Notes
If you're unable to use organic and unwaxed fruit be sure to clean the fruit well prior to starting this recipe.
Mixed Peel makes a delicious addition to a variety of baked treats such as breads, buns, granola and cakes; and makes a thoughtful vegan food gift too.
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Nutrition
Calories: 77kcalCarbohydrates: 20.5gProtein: 0.2gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 28mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 20g
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