Kumquat
Country of Origin - China
Average Weight - 10 Grams per fruit
Introduction
Kumquats (Citrus japonica) are a citrus species which produces small fruits approximately the size of large olive and they look like tiny, oval-shaped oranges. They are native in China and in Chinese, kumquat means “golden orange.” There are several different varieties and in some cases it is not clear if the variety is a kumquat or a hybrid.
History
Kumquats are native in China but they have been introduced in other parts of Asia such as Japan, Taiwan, India, and Philippines. They were introduced in Europe during the 19th century and were later introduced in America.
Regions
Despite the fact that they originate from Asia, kumquats nowadays are produced in many different countries. Most Mediterranean countries produce significant amounts and in the USA, Florida and California are the top producing states. They are also cultured in China, Indonesia, Indochina, Brazil, Israel, and Peru.
Flavours & Texture
The peel of Kumquat is sweet and delicate, while the flesh of the fruit is distinctly tangy and sour. In terms of its texture, the fruit is harder than most citrus fruits like orange and it can be eaten with its peel.
Preparation
You can eat raw or use in a fruit salad. Additionally, you can use it in order to make jams, sauces, juice and even in desserts.
Nutritional Value
Kumquats have a very good nutritional profile as they are very low in calories and fat, while they have a very high amount of fiber.
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Calories per 100 g |
71 kcal |
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Fats |
0.9 g |
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Carbohydrates |
16 g |
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Fiber |
6.5 g |
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Protein |
1.9 g |
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Calcium |
62 mg |
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Iron |
0.86 mg |
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Potassium |
186 mg |
SHIPPING
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England - £6.95
Scotland - £9.95
Northern Ireland - £9.95
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All orders are packed in cardboard boxes with a biodegradable packing pellets to protect the fruit during transit, unfortunately we do not offer a gift wrapping or send the fruit in a gift basket as this may cause toe bruise during transit..
RETURNS
Let's start by stating the obvious. Since our produce is perishable we cannot accept returns.
That said, we want every customer to be happy so we do offer vouchers, refunds and replacements at our sole discretion if your fruit has arrived inedible. If you would like to report an item which has become damaged or perished during transit, please:- We are not responsible for products that spoil if there is not someone to receive your delivery on the date that you request it, full tracking is provided and can be requested anytime after dispatch.
