Candied fruit

In these modern times, we have realized that we have greater access to almost everything, and that includes our food that we can already get ready to consume, that is, in packages, canned or packaged, which facilitates our day to day, more However, there are a large number of people who remain faithful to home cooking.

Today we are going to share with you a recipe that, in addition to being quite sweet and picturesque, is usually a very fun dessert, which are candied fruits. In some countries it tends to be a traditional Christmas recipe, as it also becomes a delicious companion for snacks, whether a delicious ice cream, yogurt is mixed, and it is even a rich option for the preparation of cookies, sweet breads, roscones, which is an alternative option to what we have become used to when using this dessert.

As we mentioned at the beginning, this is one of the sandwiches that can be obtained already prepared, ready to be consumed, but there is a healthier way, without preservatives, and we know that it can provide a delicious experience to you, as to the little ones at home. . This is a way of showing how the fruit can become a rich candy, from the comfort of your kitchen.

Do not miss it, stay until the end, because we know that they will love this rich dessert.

Candied Fruit Recipe

Ingredients

Preparation of candied fruit

In addition to preparing the place where you are going to cook it is important that you already have the exact measurements of what we are going to prepare ready, so that your preparation is facilitated and you have a nice experience, to begin with, we will explain it to you through these simple Steps:

• You will take 1 Kilo of peel, either orange or watermelon, both work, which you must have previously washed and dried very well, and then cut it into small uniform pieces, and then you will place them in a bowl or container.

• Then you are going to add water to the peels, until it covers all the cubes or fruit.

• After the water with the pieces of fruit, you will add 1 teaspoon of salt, this will help to give it firmness or hardness when preparing the fruit.

• You are going to stir it very well, until the salt is completely diluted, and you are going to let it rest for about 30 minutes.

• After the time has elapsed, we pass to strain the fruit, and we pass it back to the container or glass bowl.

•  Now you are going to need a pot, this can be medium or large, where you are going to place 1 kilo of sugar, and approximately 500 ml of water. You are going to stir, to the point where it is homogenized and then let it boil for about 10 minutes over medium heat.

• When the syrup has already boiled and has a homogeneous texture, you are going to remove it from the heat and you are going to spread it in the bowl that contains the chopped fruit.

• Once this is done, you will cover the bowl and you will add a mixture of 100g of grams of sugar diluted in 100ml of water daily, you will do this for about 8 days.

• Once the time of 8 days has elapsed, you go on to strain the fruit very well and then you will place them again in a bowl and leave them in a place that can be aired, either your table or counter.

•  Remember to spread the cubes very well, so that they get better drying.

• And finally, you will have to prepare the colorants that you will add to the fruit and you will separate the fruit in different and suitable containers.

• Then wait for them to dry very well and if you wish, rinse and syrup a little, to add a little shine, and your fruit is ready.

Tips for making delicious candied fruit

You can make another type to make this recipe, such as milky, lemon peel, among others.

The benefit of using watermelon or orange peel is that they tend to be cheaper, reducing costs, and since the pulp is better used in juice.

If it is to your liking, you can add a little vanilla, cinnamon or cloves to the preparation, they are delicious and intensify the flavor.

One thing that can be useful is to freeze the peel that you are going to use, for 1 or 2 days before you prepare the candied fruit, as it will give it more firmness.

Brown sugar could also be an alternative when preparing fruit, since its flavor is pronounced, and ideal for desserts.

And if you have any additional ingredient, whether it is some type of flavoring that contrasts with the fruit, it can be added, just try not to damage or give it a bad taste.

That said, we hope you enjoy it, and also that you will share it with your friends and family so that everyone can taste this recipe.

Nutritional contribution

Candied fruits are a delicious sandwich, in this case we have taught you the preparation of this dessert, with the orange or watermelon shell, and we will explain the specific nutrients that the orange shell contains:

Although the pulp has not been used, only the shell has vitamins and minerals that provide a great benefit in your diet. Without a doubt, this rich fruit contains more benefits than you expected.

It contains vitamin A which is important for the performance of some functions in the body, such as the development of the embryo, bones, helps improve eyesight and is even an excellent antioxidant.

Vitamin C Which is a fundamental nutrient for your body.

As well as vitamin B9 or at the same time known as folic acid, which helps growth, helps in the reproduction and formation of cells.

It also contains potassium, which is important for the development of enzymes in metabolism. Having this mineral and an impact on your body.

Calcium is found in the orange peel, known to harden, bone and teeth, being an essential mineral for the body.

And finally, magnesium, although it contains small amounts, helps muscle function and has a good effect on genetic production.