Everyone knows how useful lemon zest is in cooking. But there are many more possible applications lemon peel. Today we will talk about how it can be useful in the household. It turns out that you can do a lot with lemon peel while avoiding the use of harmful chemicals.
In fact, lemon is most often of all citrus fruits is used in gastronomic, medicinal and for cosmetic purposes. The high content of vitamin C, antioxidants and essential oils in lemon helps us to be healthy and beautiful.
But here's the crust! This is the part of the lemon that we usually throw away... But the lemon peel contains 10 times more vitamins than the juice, and contains many minerals and fiber.
Lemon peel also contains essential oils, citric acid and others important connections, which we will learn to use to maintain our health and beauty, as well as cleanliness in the house.
1. Cleansing tea
Vitamin C and pectin, which are contained in lemon peel, are very useful for the proper functioning of the liver, intestines and kidneys.
Active compounds help eliminate toxins and create a protective barrier against negative impact free radicals.
Ingredients:
+ peel of 2 lemons,
+ 1 liter of water.
How to cook:
+ pour water over the lemon peel, bring to a boil, reduce heat and leave for another 15 minutes,
+ cool the drink and drink it 3 times a day.
2. Flavored vegetable oil
To add extra flavor to your salads, soups and other dishes, prepare vegetable oil flavored with grated lemon zest.
Ingredients:
+ peel of 2 lemons,
+ bottle of olive oil.
How to cook:
+ grate the lemon peel and add it to the bottle with olive oil,
+ let the oil sit for a couple of days and use it for cooking.
3. Air freshener
Strong citrus scent ideal for removing unpleasant odor V different corners dwellings.
Ingredients:
+ peel of 2 lemons,
+ ½ liters of water,
+ rosemary - 3 sprigs fresh or dried, or 20 drops of essential oil rosemary oil,
+ 1 teaspoon vanilla extract(5 ml).
How to cook:
+ pour lemon peels and rosemary with water and boil them for 10 minutes,
+ add vanilla and cook for another 5 minutes.
If you are using essential oil, then boil only the lemon peels, and add the oil after the infusion has cooled completely.
Pour the prepared infusion into the liquid with a spray bottle and spray it in the right places. The effect is very good! 
4. Composition for softening the skin on elbows and heels
Elbows and heels are areas where the skin dries out very easily and quickly due to the lack of sebaceous glands there. The elbows may become dark and the heels may become yellow and cracked. To reduce dark spots on your elbows and get rid of dead skin, use lemon peels and baking soda.
Ingredients:
+ 6 drops lemon juice,
+ 1 teaspoon baking soda(5 g).
How to prepare and use:
+ mix all the ingredients into a thick paste and apply it to the desired areas of the skin,
+ do a light massage, keep the paste on the skin for another 5 minutes,
+ wash away warm water,
+ after this procedure, avoid exposure to direct sunlight!
5. Microwave cleaner
Unique aromatic and disinfectant properties lemons are great for removing dirt, odors and grease in the microwave.
Ingredients:
+ peel of 2 lemons,
+ 1 glass of water (200 ml).
Usage:
+ cut the peel into small pieces, pour a glass of water and place in microwave oven,
+ heat for 30 seconds at maximum power,
+ remove dirt with a dry soft cloth,
+ repeat the procedure if necessary. 
6. Nail bleach
If you notice that your nails have become yellowish and weak, then you can add some grated lemon zest to your clear polish or manicure base. Or you can rub fresh zest directly into the nail plate before painting.
Ingredients:
+ zest of 1 lemon,
+ transparent varnish - 1 bottle.
How to use:
+ grate the lemon zest and add to the bottle of varnish,
+ apply nail polish as usual.
Alternative method: Rub the white side of the peel on your nail plates 2 times a day.
7. Acne treatment
The astringent properties of lemon peel and its antibacterial properties make it possible to perfectly clean pores, remove blackheads and get rid of oily shine.
Ingredients:
+ 2 tablespoons grated lemon zest (20 g),
+ 1 teaspoon sugar (5 g),
+ 2 tablespoons of cucumber juice (20 ml).
How to use:
+ mix lemon zest, sugar and cucumber juice until it becomes a homogeneous paste,
+ apply to face and leave for 15 minutes,
+ lightly rub skin in circular motions, then rinse off cold water.
As you can see, throw it away lemon peel definitely not worth it - it might actually come in handy!
Oriental cooks knew a lot about confectionery art even before the invention of refrigeration. Sugar was already an excellent preservative in those days. Candied lemons were created quickly at home: chopped fruits were covered with sugar and lightly boiled, then left under the hot southern sun. Dried fruits became like marmalade.
Homemade candied lemon: a great decoration for a cake!
Ingredients
Lemon 10 piece(s) Sugar 0 kilograms Lemon acid 10 grams
- Number of servings: 4
- Cooking time: 1 minute
Candied lemons: interesting features
This is an original addition to the morning oatmeal, to mix nuts, for snacking and just to lift your spirits on a gloomy day. Homemade delicacies are prepared from fruits with high content fiber. It is better to leave strawberries and exotic kiwi for later.
- A delicacy made from fruits with a firm consistency is boiled; the lemon and orange are accompanied by apples, pears, aromatic pineapples and even watermelon rinds. Sweet masterpieces are also created from vegetables - beets, turnips, pumpkin.
- In store-bought products, the presence of dyes will tell you: bright colors that catch the eye.
You can check candied fruits this way: pour a glass of clean water over them. If the liquid is no longer transparent, the candied dried fruits have dissolved - they are made of gelatin, colored with synthetic substances.
- Candied fruits are high in calories, almost 322 g per 100 g of sweets. But they do contain fiber, which helps support gut health and immunity.
They use this delicacy for tea, put a handful in baked goods, decorate cakes and pastries, treat children, and use it instead of sweets. They also do not contain the hated culinary margarine and fats in general.
Candied lemons: recipe
Lovers of aromatic sour slices should be calm - the inner part of citrus fruits will not be needed to prepare candied fruits. The crusts and white inner peel are used.
First, whole lemons - 10 pcs. rinse under running water, dry with a paper towel and divide in half, then again. The pulp is left for tea, mixed with honey and nuts, and the crusts are cut into thin strips. Next, they begin to prepare the candied fruits:
- For 3 days they are soaked in cold water, which needs to be changed sometimes.
- IN clean water Boil the lemon peel, this will take about 15 minutes. Afterwards, tip it onto a sieve or colander so that future candied fruits do not absorb excess moisture.
- Immerse lemon peels in water - 0.3 l, with sugar - 0.6 kg. Watch the pan carefully because burning is possible. The candied fruits should simmer for about 10 minutes and give off an unusual citrus smell. Afterwards, the pan is set aside and the crusts are infused in it.
- Place this container on low heat again, add citric acid - 10 g, diluted with water. Evaporate the liquid from the candied fruits.
After such simmering, the peel is allowed to dry in a colander. At this time, preheat the oven and prepare a baking sheet so that it rises a little. Future candied fruits should not float in syrup during drying.
Candied lemons: when for tea?
The ripening of the peel is just beginning. You need to dry it in the oven for 3-4 minutes. Then remove it along with the baking sheet and let it rest for a couple of hours at room temperature.
You need to be patient! After kitchen trips, candied lemon peels should be left for 7 days in a ventilated, dry place out of direct sunlight.
The crusts are then packaged into elegant gift bags or put into bowls. They serve these oriental sweets for fragrant tea.
Step-by-step preparation:
- Wash and peel the lemons so that a small part of the white rind remains on the skin. A white layer that is too thick will give the candied fruits bitterness, and if you remove only the colored part, the candied fruits will turn out thin.
- Cut the crusts into small cubes or strips.
- Fill the skins with fresh cold water and soak them for 3 days in cold water, changing the water 3 times a day. (Note: If you don’t have time to wait 3 days, then fill them with water and boil for 15 minutes. Then drain the water, add fresh water and boil again. Repeat the procedure 4 times. Carrying out the last 2 cycles, add a pinch of salt to the water, about 0.5 hours .l.).
- Place the candied fruits in a saucepan with cold water, boil and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Pour the skins into a saucepan and add sugar in a 1:1 ratio, i.e. for 500 g skins, 500 g sugar.
- Place the pan on the fire and stir. The soaked skins will release a lot of juice and will cook in syrup, and after 10 minutes the liquid will evaporate.
- Place candied fruits on a baking sheet. In just half an hour they will dry out, but the middle will remain soft.
- After a week, the candied fruits will dry completely and become hard. Therefore, before using them in baking, it is better to pour boiling water or cognac over them, like raisins.
A tasty treat can be bought at street tents. However, they are not cheap and have an acid-bright color. It is much healthier to prepare candied lemons at home with your own hands.
Ingredients:
- Lemons - 1 kg
- Sugar - 1 kg
- Water - 500 ml
- Wash the lemon and dry it with a paper towel. Cut it into thin rings and soak in water for three days. During this time, change the water 5-6 times.
- Place the raw materials in boiling water and cook for 15 minutes.
- Then pour into a colander to drain the liquid. But collect the water that remains, it will be useful in the future.
- Make syrup. Pour the collected lemon water over the sugar and boil. When the syrup boils, foam will appear. Remove it and continue to boil the syrup.
- Place in hot syrup lemon wedges and cook for 1.5 hours.
- Leave them to cool completely and bring to a boil again. Cook for 15 minutes and repeat the step one more time.
- Place the finished crusts in a sieve and leave the syrup to drain.
- After 3 hours, place the candied fruits in one layer on a baking sheet and dry in a preheated oven to 50 degrees.
- Sprinkle the finished candied fruits granulated sugar, stir and repeat drying.
- Store sweets in tightly closed containers.
Candied lemon peel - good dessert for tea, in salad sauces, marinades for meat, baked goods, etc. You can prepare them either from lemon peels, and from whole fruits.
Ingredients:
- Lemon - 4 pcs.
- Sugar - 300 g
- Water - 400 ml
- Wash the lemons with warm water, brush with a stiff brush and soak in cold water for 40 minutes.
- Cut them into cubes, rounds, or remove just the zest. But don’t cut it too thin, otherwise the slices will tear.
- Place a pan of water on the stove, add sugar and stir until dissolved. Add lemon and stir.
- Cook over low heat for half an hour. Stir and cook for another 20 minutes.
- Cool the slices in syrup.
- Place the cooled pieces in one layer in a colander to drain the syrup and leave for 2 hours.
- Transfer them to a tray and leave overnight. You can also dry them in the oven for low heat at 80 degrees.
- Store the sweet in a jar with a lid.
Candied lemons are really healthy and tasty treat, which will completely satisfy the desire to eat something sweet. Another simple way to prepare candied fruit is to grind lemon peels in a meat grinder. This will significantly speed up the manufacturing process strategic reserves.
Ingredients:
- Lemon peels - 300 g
- Sugar - 300 g
- Drinking water - 200 ml
- Twist the lemon peels in a meat grinder through a large wire rack.
- Transfer the mixture into a container and pour drinking water. Leave them for 3 days, changing the water 4-5 times.
- Place the raw materials in boiling water and boil for 15 minutes.
- Pour the mixture into a colander and leave the liquid to drain.
- Collect water, it will be useful later.
- Pour the collected lemon liquid over the sugar and boil. Skim off any foam that appears.
- Place lemon peels into hot syrup and cook for 1.5 hours.
- Leave the crusts to cool in the syrup, then return to the boil and cook for 15 minutes. Repeat the same procedure again.
- Place the crusts in a colander and leave the syrup to drain.
- After an hour, transfer the mixture in an even layer onto a baking sheet and leave to dry naturally for 3-5 days. At the same time, turn them over several times so that the mass hardens evenly and does not form a single lump.
- Sprinkle the finished candied fruits with granulated sugar, place in a glass container and store in tightly closed jars.
Candied lemon peel is included in the list of ingredients for preparing many confectionery. Well, what kind of Christmas cupcake or sweet Easter cake without beautiful candied fruits? They are also ideal for various baked goods with cottage cheese. Yes, and children love to chew on tasty and healthy candied fruits instead of candy.
This recipe It has simple preparation although it takes a long time. However, simple technology makes it possible even for inexperienced cooks to make candied fruits from lemon peels at home.
How to make candied lemon peel at home.
For cooking, choose varieties with thick skins. It is necessary to thoroughly wash the lemons, dry them, remove the peel without touching the pulp and cut it into pieces of the same size. The products indicated in the recipe are designed for 1 kg of crusts.
Then, fill the candied fruit preparations with water and leave for 72 hours or four days. If this is not done, the candied fruits will taste bitter.
The water needs to be changed 6-7 times during this period.
Then you need to prepare sugar syrup: boil 250 ml of water, add 1 kg of 200 g of sugar and boil, stirring, until the sugar is completely dissolved.
Pour this syrup over the soaked lemon peels and simmer for 10 minutes.
Then leave to infuse for 10 hours.
Repeat this three times.
After the third cooking, strain the sugared lemon peels from the syrup and let them dry.
Then, dry in the oven at low temperature (not higher than 40 C) for several hours. The oven door can be left ajar. Let dry at room temperature.
Heat clean jars in the oven, place prepared dry candied lemon peels in them and close tightly.
The storage place should not be warm or humid. It is very convenient to store candied fruits in plastic boxes in the freezer. The proposed methods, at first glance, contradict each other, but in fact, both the first and second cases are ideal for storing workpieces.
Having mastered how to make candied lemon peels, you can also make orange, grapefruit or lime peels using a similar recipe. Yes, I almost forgot - you can make delicious homemade lemonade from the lemons and syrup left without the skin.
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