The steps for making salt-cured peach pieces are as follows:
Prepare Ingredients:
Fresh peaches: an appropriate amount
Salt: an appropriate amount
Sugar: an appropriate amount
Water: an appropriate amount
Prepare the Peaches:
Wash the peaches, peel and pit them, and cut them into appropriately sized chunks or strips.
Cure the Peaches:
In a container, mix the cut peach pieces thoroughly with an appropriate amount of salt. Let them cure for a period of time to allow the peaches to release moisture and reduce some of their astringency.
After curing, remove the peach pieces and drain off the excess liquid.
Cook and Season:
Add an appropriate amount of water and sugar to a pot and bring to a boil; then, add the cured peach pieces.
Cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the peach pieces become translucent and have absorbed the flavors.
Adjust the amount of sugar according to personal preference to achieve the desired level of sweetness.
Dry and Store:
Remove the cooked peach pieces and place them on a wire rack to air-dry, or use a fan to dry the surface moisture.
Once dried, the salt-cured peach pieces are ready to eat. For long-term storage, place them in an airtight container and store in a cool, dry place.