Homemade Orange Curd Recipes

Steps:

• Combine yolks, sugar, orange zest, orange juice, and lemon juice in a heavy-bottomed saucepan; whisk to combine. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon or heat-proof spatula (be sure to scrape sides of the pan), until the mixture is thick, 8 to 10 minutes. Let mixture come to a rapid simmer and cook, continually scraping sides of pan, for 2 minutes.
• Remove saucepan from heat. Add salt and butter, one piece at a time, stirring until smooth. If desired, strain through a fine sieve into a medium bowl. Cover with plastic wrap, pressing it directly onto the surface of the curd to prevent a skin from forming. Refrigerate until chilled and very firm, at least 2 hours or up to 1 1/2 weeks.

Steps:

• In a mixing bowl, whisk together egg yolks, egg, sugar and salt; set aside. In a small saucepan over medium heat, add orange juice with lemon and orange zest. Bring to a gentle simmer. Temper the eggs by slowly pouring in a couple ladle of juice mixture. Add the egg mixture to the saucepan and, whisking constantly, cook for 8 minutes or until the sauce thickens.
• Remove from heat and add one at a time sliced butter; stir well between each addition. Pour the mixture through a fine sieve sit over a large measurement cup. Transfer the curd into an air-tight container and let it cool completely. Transfer to the fridge and can be used within 5 days or freeze for 3 months.