Kumquat Marmalade
Description
Sometimes we come across exotic vegetables or fruits in stores or on cooking websites. And the first thought is—what can I make with this? I love citrus fruits, so I always have plenty of orange and lemon preserves at home. Recently, my parents brought me this amazing fruit called kumquat to try! :) It's slightly bitter, but I found a way to remove the bitterness and even came up with a recipe for kumquat marmalade :) Read on, check out the photos, and start cooking!
Instructions
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Step 1
Wash the qukvats and cut them in half. Cover with cold water and place in the refrigerator for 18–24 hours. This is necessary to remove the bitterness from the peel.
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Step 2
Cut the tangerines in half. Remove the seeds, squeeze out the juice, and slice the flesh.
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Step 3
Now take out the kumquat, slice it as well. Mix the kumquat and tangerines in a saucepan, add sugar, and cook first over low heat, then increase and reduce the heat again. Cook for about 20 minutes, stirring constantly.
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Step 4
The jelly must reach a temperature of 100 degrees. Place a food thermometer into the jelly if you have one. If after 20 minutes the temperature has not reached 100 degrees, continue cooking a bit longer.
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Step 5
Place the finished jelly into hot sterilized jars. Seal them, wrap in a blanket, and let them cool down on their own :) You can open the first jar after three days. An opened jar should also be kept in the refrigerator for no longer than three days. Enjoy your meal!