Kumquat

The word kumquat is Chinese for “gold orange,” which describes the color of the fruit. The kumquat peel is sweet and the pulp is tart, creating a distinctive sweet and sour flavor in each bite.

Did You Know?

• Kumquats are the only citrus fruits that can be eaten “skin and all.”
• Saint Joseph, Florida, in Pasco County has been known as the “Kumquat Capital” since 1895.
• Kumquats are a great source of fiber and vitamin C.
• The longer you chew, the sweeter the fruit becomes.
• Kumquats grow on trees about 8 to 15 feet tall that have long, glossy leaves. The fruit forms from the white blooms.
• Kumquats can be grown throughout Florida, but are predominantly produced in Pasco County.

Shopping, Preparing and Storing

• Select kumquats that are deeply colored and firm; pass by any that have soft spots.
• Kumquats can be stored at room temperature for a few days or in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
• Frozen kumquat puree can be stored for six months or more.

Cooking Tips

• Kumquats can be made into chutneys or marinades for beef, pork or chicken.
• Use halved kumquats in a fruit salad to add a tangy sweetness.
• Add kumquats to green salads for extra flavor.

Kumquat Nutrition

Serving size: 1 kumquat

Calories: 13; Total Fat: 0 g; Saturated Fat: 0 g; Total Carbohydrates: 3 g; Protein: 0 g; Sodium: 2 mg

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