Laotian Oranges in Syrup

Description

 * This is a hot weather dessert, and you can serve it over ice cubes to make it really cold.

Ingredients

 * 4 oranges
 * 8oz/225g sugar
 * 12fl oz/375ml/1.5 cups water
 * 1tsp/5ml rosewater

Directions

 * 1) Peel and segment the oranges, ensuring that no pits, pith or skin remain.
 * 2) Put the segments in a glass dish and set aside.
 * 3) In a small saucepan, bring the sugar and water gently to the boil, stirring occsionally.
 * 4) Boil for 15 minutes, until it is the consistency of a thin syrup. Add the rosewater and stir to blend.
 * 5) Pour the syrup over the orange segments and chill until required.