Kumquat confections

Name: Kumquat confections
Total time: 50 min
Ingredients: 2 star anises; 250 g kumquats; 300 ml water; 3 tbsp sugar

Cook 50 mins 1 serving

Surprise your cheese, give these a squeeze - our recipe for Kumquat confections is an exciting addition to any cheese board. Kumquats are known to be bitter and tangy - on the verge of being inedible, but adding heat, sugar and anise will make these little citrus fruits deliver nice, big flavours. Give it a try.

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ingredients

2 star anises
250 g kumquats
300 ml water
3 tbsp sugar

preparation

Preparation

Halve the kumquats and remove any seeds you find. Place the fruit in a saucepan along with the water and star anise. Boil for about 20 minutes, then add the sugar. Boil for another 20 minutes until the white film has become clear and the liquid has cooked down to a thick syrup. There is not much left now, so keep an eye on it to make sure it does not boil away completely and burn.

Pour into a jar and serve with cheese and biscuits.