Candied Kumquats
Candied kumquats are a sweet way to use kumquats, and this recipe preserves this short season fruit for longer term enjoyment.
Ingredients
- 1 pound kumquats about 4 cups
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Prep your kumquats by slicing in quarters lengthwise, and pick out the seeds.
- Add the sugar and the water in a large pot, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and let simmer about 5 minutes.
- Add the prepped kumquats to the pot, and let simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Strain the kumquats through a fine sieve, capturing the syrup in a bowl.
- Return the syrup to your pot and boil for an additional 5 minutes.
- Place the candied fruit in a clean glass jar, and cover with the syrup.
- Let cool, close up the jar, and store in the fridge!
Notes
Want a bit more variety? Make spiced kumquats! Add a cinnamon stick, star anise, and/or a vanilla bean along with the sugar.
Word on the street is these will keep about 3 months. If they last that long!