Sweet Simmered Kumquats (Kinkan No Sato-Ni)

May 29, 2023May 29, 20230 1

Sweet Simmered Kumquats (Kinkan No Sato-Ni) recipe for a tangy and sweet dessert

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

5 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	12 kumquats , pricked 2-3 times with a skewer ( to keep them from splitting open and shriveling )
	1 1/4 cups water
	5 tablespoons sugar
	1/3 teaspoon salt
	2 tablespoons sake

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

105

Sugar

24g

Fat

Sweet Simmered Kumquats, also known as Kinkan No Sato-Ni, are a traditional Japanese dessert that is often served during the winter months. This dessert is made by simmering whole kumquats in a sweet syrup until they are soft and translucent. Kumquats are a small citrus fruit that are eaten whole, including the skin. They are known for their tart, tangy flavor and are often used in marmalades and other preserves. In this recipe, the kumquats are sweetened by the syrup, creating a delicious balance of flavors. Sweet Simmered Kumquats can be served hot or chilled and are a perfect dessert for any occasion.

Instructions

1.	In a saucepan, combine the water, sugar, and salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is dissolved.
2.	Add the sake and kumquats to the saucepan and bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
3.	Reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 20 minutes or until the kumquats are soft and translucent.
4.	Remove the kumquats from the saucepan and serve them hot or chilled. Optionally, you can strain the syrup and serve it with the kumquats as a sauce.

PROS

Sweet Simmered Kumquats are a delicious treat that combines the tangy flavor of kumquats with a sweet syrup.

This dessert is easy to make and requires only a few ingredients.

CONS

The kumquats can be tricky to prepare, as you need to prick them with a skewer to prevent them from splitting open.

This dessert is high in sugar, so it should be consumed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Kumquats are a good source of vitamin C and fiber.
They also contain antioxidants that may help protect against disease.
The syrup used in this recipe contains sugar, so it should be consumed in moderation.