Dulce de Naranja
Dulce de Naranja is a traditional sweet preserve or candy made from the whole bitter orange, including its peel, which is candied in a sugar syrup. It is a classic dessert or sweet treat originating from the Río de la Plata region, particularly popular in Argentina and Uruguay.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is very high in carbohydrates, primarily from sugar, with negligible fat and protein. It provides a quick source of energy and some vitamin C and fiber from the orange peel, with a typical serving containing around 200-250 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 220 kcal |
| Protein | 0.5 g |
| Carbs | 55 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 50 g |
| Sodium | 5 mg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Potassium | 120 mg |
| Calcium | 40 mg |
| Iron | 0.5 mg |
| Magnesium | 10 mg |
| Folate | 10 mcg |
Per 1 piece (about 80 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
What makes it unique is the use of the entire bitter orange, where the candied peel becomes the star, offering a complex flavor profile that balances intense sweetness with a pleasant, aromatic bitterness. It's a wonderful example of transforming a tough, inedible ingredient into a prized confection.
