These candied lime shells are easy to make. This Colombian dessert is also known as desmargado de limón.
Homemade fruits in syrup (dulces caseros de frutas) are very popular in Colombia. This Dulce de Cascos de Limón is also known as Desamargado de Limón and it is a traditional Christmas dessert in Colombian homes. This dessert is delicious and has the perfect balance of tangy and sweetness.
Dulce de Cascos de Limón Recipe
Ingredients
- 6 organic limes washed
- 2 cups sugar
- 3 cups water
Instructions
- Cut the hard ends off your limes and cut them in half. Scrape out the flesh with a spoon.
- Use a small, sharp-edged spoon to scrape the tough fibrous parts off of the inner peel, leaving a very thin layer of white left behind on the peel.
- In a saucepan, combine the lime shells with enough cold water to cover. Bring to a boil, then drain the lime shells in a colander.
- Repeat this process four times, then remove the shells from the pan and set aside.
- When youu are finished boiling and draining, pour 3 cups of water into the saucepan along with 2 cups of sugar. Stir with a whisk while the water heats, until all the sugar is dissolved. Add the lime shells.
- Reduce heat to low. Let the shells simmer for 30 to 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes. The shells are ready when they are easy to bite through.
Nutrition
Calories: 415kcalCarbohydrates: 110gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.02gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.02gSodium: 12mgPotassium: 105mgFiber: 3gSugar: 101gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 29mgCalcium: 39mgIron: 1mg
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To make Dulce de Cascos de Limón it's important to use organic limes because you will be eating the skin. If you are using regular limes, be sure to clean the skin well.
This recipe for Desamargado de Limón can be doubled or tripled to make a bigger batch. For a delicious variation you can use lemons or both.
Buen provecho!
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Belinda @zomppa
I didn't realize you could eat shells like this!
Angie@Angie's Recipes
Like Belinda, I had zero idea that lime shells can be enjoyed this way...how fun!
diana ali
Gracias de corazon por esta receta. Mi papa es huilense y hoy tenia la nostalgia de hacer el dulce de navidad pero todas las recetas eran muy complicadas o pedian olla de bronce, esta receta suena perfecta ! . Mi papa se va a alegrar cuando le mande la foto de mi creacion. Un abrazo desde North Carolina . Feluzi Navidad
lisaiscooking
I've never seen the full shell candied like this. They're so pretty! And, I love learning something new to me.
grace
this sounds like such a unique and refreshing treat! beautiful, too. 🙂
Norma-Platanos, Mangoes & Me!
This is a first for me and I like this idea. Thanks Erica...
Ivy
I wish limes were not so expensive here in Greece. I love making preserves but have been making the peels of oranges, bitter oranges and lemons, hower in slices.