Orange paste is a flavoring often used in pastry, mainly for panettone, pandoro, colombe, brioche, but also for desserts like cakes, snacks, pastries, etc. This natural flavoring gives the dessert an extraordinary aroma, especially when homemade. Very easy to make, you will only need oranges and sugar, nothing else. Similarly, you can also prepare mandarin and lemon paste. I mainly use orange and mandarin paste for making panettone, essential for giving aroma and flavor. For this recipe, it’s preferable to use unwaxed oranges or lemons, as the peel is also used. Recipes may vary in preparation method; some use only the pulp and juice, while others add honey. Here is my simple recipe for you!!
- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Rest time: 20 Minutes
- Preparation time: 5 Minutes
- Cooking methods: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- 8.8 oz orange
- 4.4 oz sugar
Tools
- Immersion Blender
Steps
Start by washing and cutting the oranges in half, then slice them and divide each slice again. Put the oranges in a small pot and add the sugar.
Mix and let them sit for 15/20 minutes, until all the sugar has dissolved.
Then cook on low heat for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
After cooking, transfer the oranges to a container and finely blend everything.
The orange paste is ready to be used in your favorite desserts.
Advice
The orange paste can be stored in the refrigerator for 2/3 weeks, or you can freeze it for longer preservation.
