Kumquat Preserve

The kumquat can be eaten whole with skin, cooked in honey or sugar, or preserved with salt. Steep a few of these golden gems in hot water and it will become a delicious drink hot or cold, summer or winter to sooth the throat. It is a wonderful refreshment enjoyed all year round. Ingredients

• 250 gm fresh kamquats
  
• 250 gm sugar or 100 ml honey

Method

1. Wash kumquats and remove stems.
   
2. Use a pin and prick 4 or 5 times on each kumquat.
   
3. Place kumquats in a pan with 250ml water. Boil 5 minutes at medium flame.
   
4. Discard water.
   
5. Add sugar/honey and add enough water to cover the fruits.
   
6. Cook/simmer at medium heat for about 15 minutes or until fruits are soft.
   
7. Fill into a sterilized jar with twist-off lid.