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.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 whole Oranges
• 2 whole Lemons
• 2 whole Limes
• 100 grams Granulated Sugar
• 250 milliliters Water

Directions

Step 1

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.

Step 2

Slice the peels into thin ribbons, approximately 1/8 inch wide. Set aside.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

Once the syrup is ready, add the citrus peel ribbons to the pan.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and simmer the peels in the syrup for 5-7 minutes, or until they soften and become translucent.

Step 6

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.

Step 7

Let the ribbons cool completely before using. They will firm up slightly as they cool.

Step 8

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

Serving size	(865.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	583.3

Total Fat 0.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 16.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 157.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.8g	0%
Total Sugars 127.4g
Protein 4.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 201.9mg	0%
Iron 1.8mg	0%
Potassium 730.9mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1.2%

Protein: 2.9%

Carbs: 95.9%