46 A feast of flavour Kumquat Method l Pierce fruits crosswise with a skewer (the skewer should perforate the fruit) and prick with a toothpick in several parts without perforating the fruit. l Boil kumquats for about 5-7 minutes. l Cool in cold water and strain. l Put kumquats in a pot, sprinkle with sugar, add water and let them stand for 3-4 hours. Then boil for five minutes. l The next day re-boil the preserve until it sets. Just before reaching setting point, add a tablespoon of lemon juice. l Remove from heat and shake the pot swiftly to cover all fruit with syrup. l Fill the sterilised jars, close and store. Ingredients 1 kg kumquats 1 kg sugar 1 glass of water 1 tbsp of lemon juice
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