Candied Buddha's Hand Lemon
Ingredients
- 2 cups water
- 3 cups granulated sugar
- 3 cups diced Buddha’s Hand Lemons
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add diced Buddha's hand, return to a
simmer, and cook until citrus softens, about 30 minutes. Drain. - Combine Buddha's hand, 2 1/2 cups sugar, and water in the same pot; bring to
a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until syrup reaches a temperature of 230
degrees F (110 degrees C). Remove from heat and cool to room temperature. Drain
citrus; pour excess liquid into jars and reserve. - Spread drained citrus out onto a wire rack and let dry until tacky, at least 24
hours. Pour remaining sugar into a shallow bowl. Toss citrus in sugar until coated;
transfer coated pieces to a plate to dry, at least 2 hours.
Tips
Recommendations:
use reserved liquid for limoncello
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