Oranges are among the most favorite fruits, especially during winter. Loved for their sweet and sour taste, we often buy them in abundance to make delicious juices or simply to savor them. And before we know it, we’re left with a ton of leftover peels. For most of us, our first reaction will be to abandon them. After all, what can you really do with orange peels? But what if we told you that you can use those peels to make mouth-watering curries? Yes, you heard that right. Introduction: Orange Peel Curry, a unique culinary delight from South India that will definitely impress your taste buds.
Also read: 5 Great Ways to Use Orange Peels in Daily Life
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What is orange peel curry?
Orange peel curry is a classic South Indian recipe that transforms leftover orange peels into a delicious dish. To make it, orange peels are cooked with spices, chilli and tamarind water. outcome? A delicious curry that offers an interesting blend of sweet, spicy and spicy flavours. There is no onion or garlic in it either.
What to serve with orange peel curry?
Deciding what to pair with orange flavored curry can be confusing. But don’t worry, mix it with a bowl of regular boiled rice and you are good to go. Apart from this, you can also taste this curry with curd rice, idli or dosa.
How to make orange peel curry at home. Orange Peel Curry Recipe
Masterchef Aruna Vijay has shared the recipe of this orange peel curry on her Instagram. Start by cleaning and slicing the orange peels. Heat oil in a pan and add chopped green chillies, curry leaves and chopped orange peels. Let them cook for a few minutes. Then, add sambar masala along with salt and mix it well. Add tamarind water and cook until bubbles appear on top. Finally, add jaggery powder and mix well. Serve hot and enjoy!
Also read: Is it okay to drink orange juice every day? The answer might surprise you…
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Tips for making the perfect orange peel curry:
1. Use gingelly oil
Aruna suggests using gingelly (sesame) oil to cook all the ingredients, as it gives the curry a distinct flavor that regular vegetable oil cannot.
2. Do not overcook orange peels
She recommends cooking the orange peels for no more than 5-7 minutes. Overcooking may cause the curry to taste bitter.
3. Choose good quality sambar masala
It is essential to use good quality sambar masala. If possible make it fresh at home for the best taste.
So what are you waiting for? Try making this orange peel curry for lunch or dinner and impress your family with your cooking skills.
