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5. Orange Marmalade Beyond Breakfast: Culinary Applications
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Although orange marmalade is generally related with breakfast, its adaptability goes much beyond the morning meal. This zesty spread might be a hidden weapon in your cooking tool as it gives a great variety of dishes all day complexity and depth. From savoury main courses to luscious desserts, orange marmalade's distinctive taste character may improve many recipes in unexpected and wonderful ways.
Orange marmalade is great coating for meats in savoury cuisine. Its sweet and tart tones go especially nicely with hog and chicken. To get a wonderfully caramelised outside, try coating a pork loin with orange marmalade, soy sauce, and a little ginger before roasting. Use orange marmalade as a glaze for baked chicken thighs for a quick and simple weekday dinner to give the meal a flash of zesty taste.
Marinades and sauces can also call for orange marmalade. For a vivid salad dressing, mix it with olive oil, vinegar, and herbs; swirl it into barbeque sauce for a zesty take on grilled meats. Combining soy sauce, garlic, and a little of rice vinegar for a sweet and sour Asian-inspired meal, it can even be used as a basis for a distinctive stir-fry sauce.
In the realm of appetisers and hors d'oeuvres, orange marmalade is rather important. For a sophisticated and quick appetiser, spread it on crostini and top with a slice of prosciutta and some fresh thyme. For a crowd-pleasing party snack, toss it with a little mustard and Worcestershire sauce and use it as a glaze for cocktail meatballs.
Orange marmalade makes a great compliment for cheese dishes. Its dual taste balances soft and firm cheeses. On a cheese board, match it with a sharp cheddar or try it with a creamy brie or camembert. Particularly when eaten on crackers or as a stuffing for endive leaves, orange marmalade and goat cheese are rather delicious together.
Orange marmalade may give many sweet delicacies in baking and pastries a refined touch. Layer cakes with it as a filling; for a zesty surprise, thinly cover sponge cake layers. Add it to thumbprint cookies loaded with a dollop of marmalade, or other cookie recipes. Warm some orange marmalade and spoon it over vanilla ice cream for a fast treat; sprinkle toasted nuts for crunch.
Also great sauces for desserts can be made from orange marmalade. For an orange sauce to go with crepes or pancakes, gently heat it with a dash of Grand Marnier or Cointreau. Alternatively use it as a glaze for fruit tarts, lightly coating fresh fruit for a glossy finish and enhanced taste.
Orange marmalade can provide non-alcoholic as well as alcoholic beverages a distinctive twist in the beverage section. For a zesty lift, stir a dollop into hot tea; alternatively, rim a glass with it to create a marmalade martini. For a taste of orange, it can also be included into milkshakes or smoothies.
Not to overlook also the possibilities of orange marmalade in canning and preserves. When creating jams or jellies, mix it with different fruits to provide your homemade preserves richness and depth. It can also be included into chutney recipes or used as a flavouring for handcrafted fruit leathers.
