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Kumquat

Citrus japonica Allergen-Free
Kumquat

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Rutaceae
  • Primary Cuisine East Asian
  • Seasonality Winter to Early Spring
  • Source Kumquat Tree Fruit

O Que É Kumquat?

A small, oval citrus fruit consumed whole (peel and all), offering a unique sweet peel and tart flesh.

Qual o Sabor de Kumquat?

Kumquat tem um sabor sweet (peel), tart (flesh), citrusy, aromatic com aromas de fragrant, zesty, sweet-tart citrus.

Taste
Sweet (peel), Tart (flesh), Citrusy, Aromatic
Texture
Juicy, Slightly firm, Tender peel
Aroma
Fragrant, Zesty, Sweet-tart citrus
Acidity
High

Technical Metrics

Informação Nutricional

Per 4-5 kumquats (100g)
Calories70 kcal
Total Fat0.9 g
Saturated Fat0.1 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein1.9 g
Total Carbohydrate16 g
Dietary Fiber6.5 g
Total Sugars9 g
Calcium60 mg
Iron0.9 mg
Potassium190 mg

Segredo do Chef

To soften kumquats and mellow their tartness for cooking, slice them thinly and simmer gently in a light sugar syrup.

Substitutos e Proporções de Kumquat

O melhor substituto para Kumquat é Orange Zest + Lemon Juice, usado na proporção de To taste. Mimics the sweet-tart, aromatic profile but lacks whole fruit texture.

Substitutos para Kumquat com proporções
Substituto Proporção Melhor para
Orange Zest + Lemon Juice Melhor To taste Mimics the sweet-tart, aromatic profile but lacks whole fruit texture.
Mandarin Orange 1:1 Sweet and citrusy, but peel is not typically eaten and less tart.
Lime Segments 1:1 Provides tartness and zest, but lacks the sweet peel.
Candied Citrus Peel To taste For dishes where candied fruit is desired, provides texture and sweetness.

Como Escolher e Armazenar Kumquat

  1. Look for firm, bright orange fruit without blemishes.
  2. Store at room temp or refrigerate.

O Que Combina Bem Com Kumquat?

  • Duck
  • Pork
  • Seafood
  • Salads
  • Desserts
  • Cocktails
  • Marmalades
  • Glazes.

Perguntas frequentes

Qual o sabor de Kumquat?

Sweet (peel), Tart (flesh), Citrusy, Aromatic Fragrant, Zesty, Sweet-tart citrus

Qual é um bom substituto para Kumquat?

O melhor substituto é Orange Zest + Lemon Juice (To taste). Mimics the sweet-tart, aromatic profile but lacks whole fruit texture.

Como escolher e armazenar Kumquat?

Look for firm, bright orange fruit without blemishes. Store at room temp or refrigerate.

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