Kumquat

How to select

Choose firm, unblemished kumquats.

How to prepare

Rinse kumquats under running water.
Pat dry with a clean cloth or paper towel.
Roll between your fingers to enhance flavor.
Kumquats can be eaten whole or sliced per recipe instructions.

How to store

Store kumquats in a plastic bag in the fridge and use within one month.

Peak season

Winter, spring

Ways to use

Toss kumquats into a salad.
Make homemade kumquat jam and add a citrus kick to your breakfast.
Roast kumquats with honey and serve with chicken, duck, or pork.
Eat kumquats by themselves as a quick, healthy snack.

Fun facts

The name kumquat comes from the Cantonese word for golden orange or tangerine.
Kumquats are native to China.
Kumquats are the smallest member of the citrus family.
Kumquats are known as the "inside-out orange" because the inside is sour while the outside is sweet.

Nutrition info and facts

Kumquat seeds and peels contain omega-3 fatty acids. Kumquats are filling due to their high water and fiber content, but are low in calories. Kumquats are rich in vitamin C. The edible skin of a kumquat contains plant compounds with antioxdant, anti-inflammatory, and cholesterol-lowering properties.

5 whole kumquats = 71 calories, 16 g carbohydrate, 2 g protein, 1 g fat, 6.5 g fiber, 6% RDI vitamin A, 73% RDI vitamin C, 6% RDI calcium, 7% RDI manganese