Orange Peel

orange peel Dried strips of sour orange peel or tangerine peel are used for flavoring and garnish in Persian, Chinese, and other cuisines. Dried orange peel is available from Persian grocery stores and by mail order (see Mail-Order Sources). It keeps indefinitely in a dry place. To use, boil for several minutes in water, discard the bitter water, and bring to the boil in fresh water, then set aside to steep for 10 minutes. Small strips of fresh orange zest can be substituted.