ORANGE SLICES W/STAR ANISE THAI-STYLE

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Orange Slices w/Star Anise Thai-Style image

Bon Apetit August 1996

Provided by C G @Celestina9000

Categories     Other Desserts

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cup(s) water
1 cup(s) granulated sugar
3 - whole star anise pods
2 teaspoon(s) orange blossom water
6 large oranges
- fresh mint sprigs (*not* dried mint)

Steps:

  • Combine the water, sugar and star anise pods in a medium saucepan. Stir over medium heat until the sugar dissolves.
  • Simmer the liquid until it is reduced to a generous 1 cup. This will take about 15 minutes. Remove pan from heat and stir in the orange blossom flower water. Remove star anise and set aside. Cover lid and chill until cold.
  • Use a sharp knife and cut off the orange peel and white pith. Slice oranges crosswise into 1/3" rounds. Set the oranges slices on a platter and pour the syrup over them. Garnish with the fresh mint. (If desired, garnish the fruit with the star anise that was set aside).

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