Caramelized Oranges

Caramelized Oranges

Caramelized Oranges

  • 4 large oranges
  • 1 tablespoon Grand Marnier
  • 3/4 cup sugar, firmly packed
  • 1/2 cup cold water

Peel one orange, very thinly, taking care not to remove any pith

Cut the peel into very fine strips and retain

Peel the remaining oranges, removing all the pith, and remove the pith from the first orange

Slice the oranges, removing any pips (seeds)

Arrange the slices in a ovenproof glass dish.

Spoon the liqueur over the slices, and add the orange peel

Make the caramel:

Place the sugar and water in a 1 litre ( 4 cups)jug and microwave on full power for 10-13 minutes, until a dark golden caramel results

Pour the caramel over the oranges

Cool the oranges, then chill overnight in the refrigerator.

Serve with yogurt or whipped cream ( optional)



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