It is a variety of citrus.
It is an oval shaped fruit , it looks like a miniature lemon .
The cumquat ( Kumquat ) has an edible skin and an unusual bittersweet flavour .
Culinary uses in both savoury and sweet dishes . Eg ... fruit chutneys , marmalade and jams ,
Marmalade....
Slice cumquats.( do not peel )
Add 5 cups of sugar
The juice of 1 lemon.
1 litre of water ..
Leave the mix sit in a large pot over night (8 hours )
Heat on a low heat ( do not boil ) , stir continually on a low heat until sugar dissolves .
Now continue to cook , uncovered and without stirring until a skin forms on the surface .
When ready , remove from heat and allow to settle for 10 minutes .
The aroma is amazing .
Scoop out the pips .
Pour into sterilised jars , seal and date.
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