What is Orange Marmalade?
Marmalade is a fruit preserve made from the juice and peel of citrus fruits boiled with sugar and water. The well-known version is made from bitter orange.
How To Make Orange Marmalade In South Africa?
After the marmalade has been on a rolling boil for 15min, remove it from heat and spoon a little (using a sterilized teaspoon) on to a cold saucer.
Leave for a minute to cool, then push your finger through the mixture – the marmalade’s surface will wrinkle if it is set.
How would you describe the taste of marmalade?
Cooking citrus fruit with sugar softens the tart acidity and the bitterness of the peel, creating a balance of sweet, tart, and bitter in the finished marmalade.
The specific flavor will depend on the fruit used and the proportions of ingredients.
Is orange marmalade healthy for you?
The marmalade consists of the fruit peel, sugar and water. The bitter peel is what gives marmalade its characteristic bitter flavor.
It is a good source of dietary fiber, vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium and iron. These nutrients support good health in various ways