Kumquats in Spiced Syrup with Cloves, Cinnamon, and Star Anise |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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This spiced fruit can be chopped and stirred into couscous or served with ham. For optimum texture and flavor, refrigerate the kumquats for two weeks before they're used. Ingredients:
2 pounds kumquats (about 8 cups) |
4 cups water |
2 cups sugar |
9 whole cloves, divided |
3 (3-inch) cinnamon sticks, divided |
3 star anise, divided |
1 vanilla bean, halved lengthwise and divided |
1 cup brandy, divided |
Directions:
1. Pierce each kumquat several times with a wooden skewer.
2. Combine water and sugar in a large saucepan; bring to a boil, stirring until sugar dissolves. Add 3 cloves, 1 cinnamon stick, and 1 star anise. Reduce heat, and simmer 5 minutes. Add kumquats, and simmer 20 minutes or until tender.
3. Using a slotted spoon, remove the kumquats from pan, and divide evenly between 2 (1-quart) jars. Tuck 3 whole cloves, 1 cinnamon stick, 1 star anise, and half of vanilla bean into each jar.
4. Bring cooking liquid to a boil; cook 4 minutes. Remove from heat. Strain mixture, discarding solids. Pour 2 cups cooking liquid and 1/2 cup brandy into each jar. Seal jars; shake well. Store in refrigerator 2 weeks before using.
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