Best 3 Kumquat Orange Marmalade Recipes
**Discover the Delightful World of Kumquat Orange Marmalade: A Culinary Symphony of Citrus Flavors**
Embark on a delightful culinary journey with kumquat orange marmalade, a vibrant and aromatic preserve that captures the essence of citrusy goodness. This extraordinary marmalade brings together the unique flavors of kumquats and oranges, creating a symphony of sweet, tangy, and slightly bitter notes. Whether you spread it on your morning toast, savor it as a delectable filling for pastries, or incorporate it into your favorite recipes, kumquat orange marmalade is sure to elevate your taste buds to new heights. Prepare to tantalize your palate with this extraordinary creation, as we present a collection of delectable recipes that showcase the versatility and flavor profile of this exquisite marmalade.
CHEF JOHN'S KUMQUAT MARMALADE
If marmalade is not your favorite type of fruit preserve, it's most likely because of those bitter flavors from the white parts of whatever type of citrus was used. That is not an issue with this gorgeous kumquat marmalade.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Canning and Preserving Recipes Jams and Jellies Recipes
Time 3h30m
Yield 32
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Quarter kumquats lengthwise; cut off white center membrane and remove seeds. Slice quarters into small pieces.
- Place kumquats into a pot. Add lemon zest (white part only), lemon juice, pinch cayenne, star anise, sugar, and water. Mix together. Cover and let sit at room temperature 2 or 3 hours to allow fruit to macerate. Or you can refrigerate overnight.
- Place pot over medium-high heat and bring mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to medium; cook and stir occasionally for 10 minutes. Continuing cooking and stirring often until mixture is thick enough so that if you scrape a spatula across the bottom of the pan, you can briefly see the bottom of the pan before marmalade spreads back out, 30 to 40 minutes. Mixture should reach a temperature of 215 to 220 degrees F (120 to 125 degrees C). Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly, 5 to 10 minutes.
- Spoon warm marmalade into sterilized jars. Cover and let cool to room temperature. Refrigerate until thoroughly chilled.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 34.9 calories, Carbohydrate 8.9 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 0.3 g, Sodium 1.7 mg, Sugar 7.6 g
KUMQUAT MARMALADE
Many of the little rings of kumquats will, unfortunately, come apart as you cook the marmalade. The reward, however, is gorgeous jars of tangy marmalade that you'll be happy to spread on your morning toast or serve with a bit of cheese after dinner. I served mine with Comté, but a nice goat cheese or another nutty mountain cheese, like Gruyère, would pair nicely with it. It takes a bit of patience to slice and pluck out all the seeds from the kumquats, but you can get 2 to 3 jars of marmalade for your efforts. I use a small serrated knife to slice off the stem end, then start slicing the kumquats crosswise, until I get close to the center. Finally, I stick the tip of the knife into the area where the seeds are and slip them into a small bowl. Because the seeds are rather large, any that you miss you can usually find just by doing a little scanning of your pile of sliced kumquats. I use oval Nagami kumquats, which are more puckery than the round Meiwi kumquats, which you sometimes come across. Do try to get organic or unsprayed fruit from your local market or natural food store. The kirsch is optional, but it does nicely round out the flavor of the marmalade. You can substitute another liquor, such as gin, Grand Marnier or Cointreau, light rum, or a dash of brandy. Or it can be omitted, if you wish.
Provided by David
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Put the lemon slices in a large non-reactive pot. Cover with cold water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer until the lemons are translucent, about 5 minutes. Drain. (Discard the water.)
- Put the blanched lemons back in the pot. Tie the seeds from the lemons and kumquats securely in a piece of cheesecloth and add the seed sack to the pot along with the sliced kumquats and water. Bring to a boil; remove from heat, cover, and let stand 24 hours.
- The next day, put a small plate in the freezer.
- Add the sugar and salt to the pot, and cook the marmalade for 30 to 45 minutes over medium heat. Remove the bag of seeds and when it's cool enough to handle, squeeze the seeds in the cheesecloth using your hands or place it in a ladle and press it with the back of a soup spoon (being careful not to break the fabric and release the seeds) over the jam pot to so the pectin goes directly into the marmalade mixture.
- Continue cooking until it has reached the jelling point, about 220ºF (104ºC) degrees, if using a candy thermometer. To test the marmalade, turn off the heat and put a small amount on the plate that has been chilled in the freezer and briefly return it to the freezer. Check it in a few minutes; it should be slightly jelled and will wrinkle a bit when you slide your finger through it. If not, continue to cook until it wrinkles slightly on the chilled plate when you nudge it.
- Remove from heat, then stir in the kirsch (if using), and ladle the mixture into clean jars.
KUMQUAT MARMALADE
I didn't even know what a kumquat was until my husband and I discovered them in southern Florida. Now I love using them for marmalade. I always get carried away making it and am happy to share! -Faye Robinson, Pensacola, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 1h
Yield 7 half-pints.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Rinse kumquats; cut in half and remove seeds. Place in a food processor; process until coarsely chopped., In a Dutch oven, combine kumquats and water. Stir in pectin. Bring to a full rolling boil over high heat, stirring constantly. Stir in sugar; return to a full rolling boil. Boil and stir 1 minute., Remove from heat; skim off foam. Ladle hot mixture into seven hot half-pint jars, leaving 1/4-in. headspace. Remove air bubbles and adjust headspace, if necessary, by adding hot mixture. Wipe rims. Center lids on jars; screw on bands until fingertip tight., Place jars into canner with simmering water, ensuring that they are completely covered with water. Bring to a boil; process for 10 minutes. Remove jars and cool.
Nutrition Facts :
Tips:
- If you can't find kumquats, you can substitute them with oranges.
- Use a sharp knife to thinly slice the kumquats and oranges. This will help them cook evenly.
- Be careful not to overcook the marmalade, or it will become bitter.
- Use a candy thermometer to measure the temperature of the marmalade. This will help you know when it is ready.
- If you want a sweeter marmalade, add more sugar.
- If you want a tarter marmalade, add more lemon juice.
- Canning the marmalade is optional, but it will help it last longer.
Conclusion:
Kumquat orange marmalade is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be enjoyed on toast, scones, or even ice cream. It is also a great way to use up leftover kumquats. This marmalade is made with fresh kumquats, oranges, sugar, and lemon juice. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. Whether you like it sweet, tart, or somewhere in between, this kumquat orange marmalade is sure to please.
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