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Cretan Orange and Chilli Dipping Sauce
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
20 mins
 

A dipping sauce made with the Cretan Oranges and chilli which is quick, versatile and delicious

Author: Heidi Roberts
Ingredients
  • 1 large orange
  • 2 litres cold water
  • 2 kilos granulated sugar
  • 2 whole red chillies (if dried soak prior to using)
Instructions

  1. Put the cold water in a large saucepan and heat on a medium heat.

  2. Add the granulated sugar and stir to disolve.

    Water and sugar

  3. Add the orange and boil until the orange is soft enough for a skewer or knife to easily pierce.

    Orange

  4. Remove the orange and place in a blender with the chilli.

  5. Add some of the orange sugar water and blitz until smooth.

    Blitzed orange and chilli sauce

  6. Serve in a small bowl to dip or spread on a place beside the item you want to highlight.

    Finished orange and chilli sauce