Kumquat jam, which is also known as Chinese oranges, is a preparation that provides us with soluble fiber, antioxidants, vitamins and minerals. Rich in vitamin C, it is one of our favorite and very healthy recipes.
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Kumquat jam, recipe for the whole year
The dwarf orange is a very special citrus. It is delicious and with this preparation we can afford to eat these fruits throughout the year.
These recipes are very easy to make. We only need some quality kumquats, sugar and some oranges .
Kumquat, a new fruit for some
The Chinese orange, also known as dwarf orange is a very special fruit. For this reason, it is gaining more and more popularity in our country.
It is a citrus that is normally eaten with the skin, which is where we can find the sweet part. As a consequence, I especially like this preparation, since we find pieces of the skin in the jam, which I love. It gives it a homey and rustic touch.
Therefore, we find a traditional recipe very easy to make that will surely not leave anyone indifferent.
Kumquat, a fruit with benefits
In addition to being a delicious and very special fruit, we can list different benefits of kumquat , such as the following:
- Ideal for weight management
- Rich in antioxidants
- Favorable for lowering cholesterol
- Strengthens our natural defenses
When to have kumquat jam?
This preparation is ideal for any type of complement in our of our proffered recipes. In addition, it is ideal as a sweet sauce. It is also ideal for our healthy breakfast or for an ideal snack.
It is perfect to take with toast. Likewise, you can also use this type of jam as an ingredient in other recipes such as cakes, pastries, crepes, etc.
Kumquat jam
This jam is a recipe that gives us different benefits and is delicious.
| Recipe Type | Breakfast |
| Recipe Type | Mediterranean |
| Main Fruit | Kumquat |
| Preparation time | 40 minutos |
| Total Time | 40 minutos |
| For how many people? | 4 persons |
Ingredients
- 500 grams of kumquats
- 200 grams of natural orange juice
- 250 grams of sugar
Recipe preparation
First we wash the kumquats well. Next, we dry them and cut them in half.
Next, we remove the seeds with the tip of a knife and finish cutting them into not too small pieces.
Next, we add the kumquats and sugar to a pot. We add the orange juice.
Next, we put all the mixture on the fire until it starts to boil. Then we lower the intensity of the fire to a minimum. Stir for approximately 40 minutes or until a thick mixture remains.
Finally, we introduce the mixture in glass jars and vacuum pack for better conservation.
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