Citrus Syrup
- 5m Prep Time
- 5m Cook Time
- 10m Ready In
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A versatile citrus syrup made by infusing simple syrup with citrus zest and optionally adding juice. Perfect for flavoring drinks and desserts.
Ingredients
- 710 ml Simple Syrup
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2
lemons thin strips of zest
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1
large orange thin strips of zest
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237 ml
lemon juice
(optional)
Nutrition (per serving, estimated)
Estimated based off 4 of 4 identified ingredients (per 100 g food data, scaled by amount).
Vitamins & minerals
- Calcium: 425 mg
- Iron: 10.2 mg
- Magnesium: 156 mg
- Phosphorus: 192 mg
- Potassium: 1786 mg
- Zinc: 0.8 mg
Let's Prepare
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- 710 ml Simple Syrup
- 237 ml lemon juice
Prepare
- 2 lemons, thin strips of zest
- 1 large orange, thin strips of zest
Let's Cook
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Step 1.
Proceed as for Simple Syrup, adding to the pan with the water and sugar thin strips of zest from 2 lemons or limes, or from 1 large orange or grapefruit. Simmer, covered, for 5 minutes. Once cool, you may add (1 cup lemon, lime, orange, or grapefruit juice). Strain and chill until needed. Store refrigerated for up to 1 month.
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