Orange Slices in Orange Syrup

The orange zest and the orange-blossom water give a delicate fragrance to the syrup.
4 servings
CostInexpensive
Total Timeunder 15 minutes
Make Ahead RecipeYes
Kid FriendlyYes
OccasionBuffet
Recipe Coursedessert
Dietary Considerationvegan, vegetarian
Five Ingredients or LessYes
Taste and Texturefruity, light, sweet
Type of Dishfruit
Ingredients
- The zest of 2 oranges
- 2 cups freshly squeezed orange juice
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon orange-blossom water
- 6 oranges
Instructions
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Grate the zest, and put it in a pan with the orange juice and sugar. Bring to the boil, and stir until the sugar has dissolved, then add the orange-blossom water.
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Peel the oranges so that no pith remains, and cut them into thick slices. Put them in a serving bowl and pour the orange syrup on top.
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Serve cold.
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