Kosereva – Orange Peel Dessert

Orange is such a delicious fruit that even its skin should not be wasted. With Kosereva, Paraguayans demonstrate that truth. It is a sweet and sour dessert that may have been discovered by accident by Spanish conquistadors while attempting to preserve oranges with black molasses.

For family gatherings, Paraguayan grandparents would cook thinly sliced and boiled orange peel in black molasses and sugar. The process is time-consuming, but the end result is a gleaming, ebony, protein-rich, flavor-packed dessert.

Homemade Kosereva made with family love is unfortunately becoming increasingly rare, but you may be able to find it in stores or supermarkets. It is typically served on its own or with a piece of soft cheese.