Spicy-Sweet Kumquats

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

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Are you ready to tantalize your taste buds with a delightful fusion of spice and sweetness? Our Spicy-Sweet Kumquats are a unique treat that brings a burst of flavor to your palate while remaining fully vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP. Perfect as an antipasti dish, appetizer, or snack, these vibrant little fruits offer an exciting twist that will impress your guests and family alike.

The recipe is simple and quick, taking only 30 minutes to prepare, with enough to serve 60 guests! Imagine a platter adorned with these glossy, sugar-dusted kumquats glistening in the light, each one a miniature explosion of sweetness balanced with a touch of heat from chili powder. The best part? They’re not just delicious; they are also low in calories, making them an excellent guilt-free indulgence.

Incorporating whole kumquats into your diet means you benefit from their vibrant nutrients and unique flavor profile. Enjoy them on their own, paired with cheeses or cured meats, or as a standout element in your next gathering. Whether you're adding them to a charcuterie board or serving them up at a casual get-together, these Spicy-Sweet Kumquats are bound to be a star. Get ready to impress your friends with this innovative and appealing treat!

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