Title :: Candied Lemon Zest
Author :: Mrs Liz
Category :: Condiments
Ingredients ::
  • 1 lemon
  • 1/3 cup superfine sugar
  • 1/4 cup water
Description ::
Makes: about 1 Tablespoon

Note: You could use this recipe with Limes, Oranges, and Grapefruit too.

Cut zest from lemon in thin strips, using a zester, a vegetable peeler, or a paring knife, and be careful not to get any of the white pith.

Spueeze juice from lemon.

In a small saucepan, combine the zest, lemon juice, sugar and water and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.

Remove pan from heat.

Remove strips with tongs and spread out on a baking sheet to dry.

Chop for serving if the pieces are too big.

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