Spicy-Sweet Kumquats

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
2%
Spicy-Sweet Kumquats
45 min.
60
20kcal

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Are you looking for a unique addition to your antipasti platter or a zesty snack that will surprise your guests? Look no further than these Spicy-Sweet Kumquats! These delightful bites combine the intriguing tang of fresh kumquats with a kick of chili powder, creating a flavor profile that dances between sweet and spicy.

Not only are they visually appealing with their vibrant orange hue, but they also offer a burst of flavor in every bite, making them an irresistible appetizer or starter. Perfect for any gathering, these kumquats are vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP, ensuring they cater to a wide range of dietary preferences.

Preparing these treats is a delightful process. You'll coat each kumquat in a mixture of powdered egg whites and sugar spiced with chili powder, then let them dry to create a candy-like texture. Whether you're serving them at a dinner party, enjoying them as a sophisticated snack, or using them as part of your entertaining repertoire, these Spicy-Sweet Kumquats are sure to impress. Get ready to tantalize taste buds and spark conversations with this flavorful twist on a classic fruit!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 tablespoons chili powder 
  • tablespoons granulated sugar 
  • 60  kumquats (preferably thin-skinned)
  • teaspoons powdered egg whites (see Cooks' notes)
  • 0.3 cup water 

Equipment

  • whisk
  • wax paper

Directions

  1. Stir together sugar and chili powder.
  2. Whisk egg whites with water until dissolved. Working with 1 kumquat at a time, dip 1 side in whites, letting excess drip off, then dip in sugar mixture.
  3. Transfer to a rack to dry, coated side up.
  4. • 1/4 cup pasteurized liquid egg whites may be substituted for the mixture of powdered ones and water.• Coat kumquats 3 days ahead and keep, between layers of wax paper, in an airtight container at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories20kcal
Protein11.98%
Fat8.11%
Carbs79.91%

Properties

Glycemic Index
1.17
Glycemic Load
0.84
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
1.3752173688263%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
10.9mg
Apigenin
4.16mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:19.93kcal
1%
Fat:0.2g
0.3%
Saturated Fat:0.02g
0.15%
Carbohydrates:4.34g
1.45%
Net Carbohydrates:3.04g
1.1%
Sugar:3.01g
3.34%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:9.45mg
0.41%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.65g
1.3%
Vitamin C:8.34mg
10.11%
Fiber:1.3g
5.22%
Vitamin A:114.4IU
2.29%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.62%
Manganese:0.03mg
1.46%
Calcium:12.69mg
1.27%
Potassium:42.96mg
1.23%
Iron:0.2mg
1.11%
Magnesium:4.4mg
1.1%
Copper:0.02mg
1.03%
Source:Epicurious