Orange Peel Spoon Sweet – Glyko Portokalaki

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 0

Sweet and Tangy Orange Peel Spoon Sweet - Glyko Portokalaki Recipe

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

1 hr 15 min

Ready In

1 hr 35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	5 oranges
	2 1/2 cups sugar
	1 cup water
	2 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

180

Sugar

45g

Fat

Orange Peel Spoon Sweet - Glyko Portokalaki, also known as Orange Marmalade, is a delicious dessert that's popular throughout Greece and other Mediterranean countries. This sweet and tangy treat is made by boiling orange peel in a sugary syrup until it reaches the perfect consistency. The result is a dessert that's perfect for serving with coffee or tea, or as a topping for Greek yogurt or ice cream. This particular recipe uses fresh oranges, sugar, water, and a touch of lemon juice to create a delicious dessert that's sure to impress your guests. It's simple to make and can be stored in the fridge for up to a month, so you can enjoy it anytime you want.

Instructions

1.	Peel the oranges and slice the peel into thin strips.
2.	In a large pot, combine the sugar and water and bring to a boil.
3.	Add the orange peel to the pot and reduce the heat to a simmer.
4.	Simmer for about 1 hour, stirring occasionally, until the peel is soft and tender.
5.	Add the lemon juice to the pot and continue simmering for an additional 15 minutes.
6.	Remove the pot from the heat and allow the spoon sweet to cool to room temperature before serving.

PROS

The Orange Peel Spoon Sweet – Glyko Portokalaki is a tangy and sweet dessert that tastes amazing.

It’s an easy recipe to follow and requires minimal prep work.

CONS

This dessert is high in sugar, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

It also takes a bit of time to cook, so you’ll need to plan ahead if you want to make it.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While the Orange Peel Spoon Sweet – Glyko Portokalaki isn’t the healthiest dessert out there, it does have some surprising health benefits.
Oranges are packed with vitamin C, which is great for boosting your immune system and fighting off illness.
The orange peel contains flavonoids that can help reduce inflammation and lower your risk of heart disease.