Try one of these tasty ways to use kumquats when you're lucky enough to find these bright, sweet-tart citrus fruits. Learn more at All About Kumquats.
1. Eat Kumquats Out of Hand
Photo © Molly Watson
Kumquats are great, just as they are - peel and all. The peel is actually a bit sweeter than the pulp, so eating them whole (spit out the seeds if you want, but they're edible too) gives them a balanced flavor.
2. Add Kumquats to a Green Salad
Photo © Molly Watson
The sour tang of kumquats works great with many of the greens available in winter – especially endive and spinach, as in an Endive Kumquat Salad pictured here. Halve, chop, or thinly slice the kumquats before adding them to the salad.
3. Toss Kumquats In a Fruit Salad
Kumquats - halved or chopped - add a tangy sweetness to fruit salads. They are extra delicious with kiwis (also a winter fruit).
4. Preserve Kumquats
Photo © Molly Watson
These Honeyed Kumquats (pictured) are luscious and beyond delicious spooned on ice cream, plain yogurt, or even a dish of ricotta cheese.
5. Make Kumquat Chutney
Chop kumquats and simmer them with a bit of minced garlic, freshly grated ginger, and honey or brown sugar to taste until the mixture thicken slightly. Serve with fish, chicken, or pork.
6. Cook Up Kumquat Marmalade
Photo @ Barbra Rolek Licensed to About.com
This kumquat-orange marmalade from About.com's guide to Eastern European food is perfect for plopping on toast.
