Orange Curd
A vibrant and delightful spread that adds a sweet and tangy flavor to any dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 2 cups 1x
- Category: Spread
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup fresh orange juice
- Zest of 2 oranges
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
Instructions
- In a saucepan, whisk together the eggs, sugar, orange juice, and orange zest.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens (about 10 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in the butter until melted and smooth.
- Strain the curd through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl to remove any lumps.
- Let it cool to room temperature before using or store in the refrigerator.
Notes
Use fresh orange juice and zest for the best flavor. Stir constantly while cooking to prevent sticking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
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