Orange Slices in Orange Syrup The orange zest and the orange blossom water give a delicate fragrance to the syrup. The zest of two oranges 2 cups freshly squeezed orange juice 1/2 cup sugar 1 tablespoon orange-blossom water 6 oranges Grate the zest, and put it in a pan with the orange juice and sugar. Bring to the boil, and stir until the sugar has dissolved, then add the orange-blossom water. Peel the oranges so that no pith remains, and cut them into thick slices. Put them in a serving bowl and pour the orange syrup on top. Serve cold. Serves 4. From "The New Book of Middle Eastern Food" by Claudia Roden middle eastern recipe index christina m k al-sudairy buy the book!