• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
Greedy Gourmet | Food & Travel Blog
  • Home
  • Recipes
  • Restaurants
    • Where To Eat in England
      • London
    • Netherlands
    • Spain
  • Places to Visit
    • Places to Stay in England
    • France
    • Italy
    • Netherlands
    • Norway
    • Portugal
    • Spain
  • Work With Me
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • RSS
    • Snapchat
    • Twitter
menu icon
go to homepage
subscribe
search icon
Homepage link
  • Home
  • Recipes
  • Tips & Tricks
  • Places to Visit
  • Restaurants
  • About
  • Work With Me
  • Contact
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
    • YouTube
  • ×
    You are here: Home / Condiments / Chutney / Kumquat Chutney

    Kumquat Chutney

    19 April 2022 - By Michelle Minnaar
    This post may contain affiliate links.

    Jump to Recipe

    This kumquat chutney recipe is a cut above the rest! Gloriously tasty yet completely straightforward, it’s great for those who want a fruity, spicy extra for cold meats and cheeses.

    close up picture of kumquat chutney in a bowl

    What you’ll love about this recipe

    • Simple cooking process
    • Incredible flavor that enhances any meat dish
    • Great pairing with cheese

    CHUTNEY EQUIPMENT YOU NEED

    Check out the ultimate list to chutney making equipment. You actually don't need that much and most of the items are quite affordable!

    Making your own preserves is a great and satisfying hobby. Giving the gift the lovely food to your friends and family are especially rewarding!

    SHOW ME
    ingredients for kumquat chutney laid out on a table

    Special Ingredients you need to make this recipe

    The only unusual ingredient in this recipe is kumquat. They are highly seasonal ingredients and can't be found readily in many places in the world. The fruit is more plentiful in Australia though.

    How to make kumquat chutney

    Thinly slice each kumquat, removing all pips along the way.

    Drench in orange juice and let it soak overnight.

    Tip the kumquats, juice and rest of the ingredients in a big pot and boil away until syrupy.

    Popular substitutions for this recipe

    If you want a mixed fruit taste, swap in 50% apples with the kumquat. You could also swap in 50% pineapple with the kumquat.

    Variations on this recipe

    The are plenty of other flavors you can play with: 

    • 100g (⅔  cup) dried apricot halves, chopped
    • 100g  (⅔ cup) dried cranberries
    • 100g  (⅔ cup) dried raisins
    • 1 vanilla pod
    • 1g (½ tsp) ground cardamom
    • 1g (½ teaspoon ground cloves
    • 1g (½ tsp) ground coriander
    • 1g (½ tsp) ground ginger
    • 2g (1 tsp) aniseed
    • 2g (1 tsp) onion powder
    • 2 garlic cloves, crushed
    • 4 cloves
    • 1 cinnamon stick

    Top tip

    When the sauce reaches a boiling point it expands quite a bit in volume, so make sure there is plenty of space for it to happen, otherwise it will boil over. Keep a close eye on it!

    kumquat chutney in a glass jar

    When can you buy kumquats?

    You can get them in Oriental markets or world food supermarkets.

    How do you choose them?

    Pick kumquats that are firm and deep in color.

    What can I do with lots of kumquats?

    If you manage to buy a large amount of kumquats, the best thing to do is to cook all of them in one go. So… make this kumquat chutney recipe! 

    Simple!

    What can you do with kumquat skins?

    Cook them in the chutney! Kumquats are one of the only citrus fruits that don’t need to be peeled, as their skin is perfectly edible.

    How does this chutney thicken?

    Kumquat seeds contain a high amount of naturally occurring pectin. This helps to thicken the mixture as it cooks.

    sandwich with kumquat chutney on a wooden board

    What alcohol pairs well with kumquat?

    While enjoying this chutney as part of a cheeseboard, you can enjoy the following drinks with it: 

    - aquavit
    - gin
    - rum
    - vodka

    Alternatively, you can actually make your chutney boozy! Simply pour in 125ml (½ cup) of your preferred alcohol at the end of cooking time and bottle up your chutney as soon as possible.

    What can I serve with kumquat chutney?

    There are lots of different things you can serve with this delicious recipe.

    My personal favorite accompaniments are a cheese board or cold meats. Both are wonderful when paired with this fruity, mildly spiced chutney.

    How do you store kumquat chutney?

    Store in an airtight sterilized jar in a cool dry place.

    Once opened, how long does it last?

    Several weeks if you keep it in the fridge.

    More delicious chutney recipes

    Once you’ve got a taste for making chutney, there’s no going back! Here’s some more inspiration to get you going!

    • Black grape chutney – fruity with a herb twist
    • Strawberry chutney – lightly spiced with a pleasant zing 
    • Mrs Balls chutney – a South African favorite
    • Damson chutney – deep rich flavor with warming, earthy spices
    • Marrow chutney – fresh and vibrant with a hint of spice
    • Nectarine Chutney - can't find it at the shops? Make your own!
    Print
    clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon
    kumquat chutney and cheese on a cracker.

    Kumquat Chutney Recipe


    ★★★★★

    5 from 5 reviews

    • Author: Michelle Minnaar
    • Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
    • Yield: 1.5L / 6 cups, 30ml (2 tbsp) per serving 1x
    • Diet: Vegan
    Print Recipe
    Pin Recipe

    Description

    Learn how to make this easy and delicious homemade Kumquat Chutney. Best served as part of a cheeseboard and meat.


    Ingredients

    Units Scale

    Marinated Kumquats

    • 1kg (2.2lbs) kumquats
    • 750ml (2 cups) orange juice

    Kumquat Chutney

    • 375ml (1 1/2 cup) apple cider vinegar
    • 450g (2 1/4 cups) sugar
    • 5cm (2in) fresh ginger root, grated
    • 1g (1/2 tsp) ground cloves
    • 3g (1 tsp) ground cinnamon
    • 2g (1 tsp) red pepper flakes
    • 1 cinnamon stick
    • 3 star anise

    Instructions

    Marinated Kumquats

    1. Remove any stems from the kumquats, then wash them. 
    2. Finely slice each kumquat and remove all seeds in the process. 
    3. Place the kumquat slices in a large bowl and cover with orange juice. 
    4. Cover and marinate overnight in the fridge.

    Kumquat Chutney

    1. The next day, tip all the contents of the kumquat bowl into a large, heavy-bottomed pan. 
    2. Add the rest of the ingredients, stir then bring to the boil.
    3. Lower the heat to a simmer and continue to cook for an hour or until the chutney has thickened, giving it a stir every now and then. 
    4. Pour into hot sterilised jars and seal.
    5. Label, once cooled. Enjoy!

    Notes

    • When the sauce reaches a boiling point it expands quite a bit in volume, so make sure there is plenty of space for it to happen, otherwise it will boil over. Keep a close eye on it!
    • Prep Time: 30 minutes
    • Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
    • Category: Chutney
    • Method: Boil
    • Cuisine: Australian

    Keywords: kumquat chutney, kumquat chutney recipe australia, kumquat recipe, spicy kumquat recipe

    Did you make this recipe?

    Tag @greedygourmet on Instagram and hashtag it #greedygourmet

    More Chutney

    • Melon Chutney
    • Date Chutney
    • Mango Chutney
    • Tomato Chutney
    Facebook46TweetPin27YummlyShares73

    DON'T MISS A THING!

    New recipes, tips & tricks, reviews and giveaways every week!

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Greta

      May 11, 2023 at 12:54 am

      Such an interesting recipe! It came out delicious and I'm sure will do it again! Thanks x

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    2. Kris

      May 11, 2023 at 2:02 am

      This was absolutely divine! The perfect balance of tart, sweet and spicy! We will be making this again and again. 🙂

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    3. Addison

      May 11, 2023 at 3:06 am

      This chutney was the best addition to my charcuterie board! Loved the flavor and texture.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    4. Lisa

      May 11, 2023 at 2:35 pm

      I wasn't really sure what to do with some kumquats I was given. This recipe was so delicious that I'll be looking to use them in more ways.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    5. Lindsey

      May 11, 2023 at 2:54 pm

      I've never marinaded the kumquats before making a jam or chutney before. What a phenomenal flavor boost! This chutney was delicious! I should have bought more kumquats lol

      ★★★★★

      Reply

    Make my day! - Share your thoughts... Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe rating ★☆ ★☆ ★☆ ★☆ ★☆

    Primary Sidebar

    Food Photographer & Blogger

    about michelle

    Welcome to my eclectic collection of recipes from all four corners of the world. I hope to inspire you to get into the kitchen and never eat a boring meal ever again. Want to know more?

    More about me →

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    About

    • About
    • Copyright, Privacy & Disclosure Policy
    • Disclaimer
    • Accessibility Policy
    • Cookie Policy

    Services

    • Food Photography
    • Recipe Development
    • Food Videography

    Contact

    • Contact
    • Work With Me
    • Media Kit

    As an Amazon Associate and affiliate marketer I earn from qualifying purchases.

    Copyright © 2022 Greedy Gourmet