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Dried Citrus Zest (What to do With Citrus Rind/Citrus Peel)

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Dried citrus rind from organic fruit for use in baking, or as a lovely food gift.
4.8 from 12 votes

Special Equipment

  • 1 fine grater

Ingredients

  • 1 piece organic citrus fruit (oranges, lemons, grapefruit or limes- as needed for the amount of zest you want)

Instructions

  • Carefully grate the zest from the fruit and place on a parchment paper lined baking tray.
  • Place in oven on dehydrate setting, or when almost cool after being in use. Check after 10 minutes, mix if needed, keep in until crisp and dry. Alternatively, use a dehydrator. Remove from oven when dry and crisp.
  • Store in airtight container.

Notes

  • Special equipment needed: fine grater

Nutrition

Serving: 1/16 tsp | Calories: 5kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Sugar: 1g