Kumquat Recipes Chutney

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh kumquats (washed, sliced thin, seeds removed)
• Optional: zest of 1 kumquat for intensified citrus aroma
• Ground ginger 1 teaspoon
• Cinnamon stick 1 small stick
• Cloves 3 whole cloves
• Red chili flakes 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh cilantro 2 tablespoons chopped
• 3/4 cup brown sugar (packed, for rich molasses notes)
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar (adds fruity acidity)
• 2 tablespoons honey (optional, for smooth sweetness)
• 1 small onion (finely chopped, caramelized slightly)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced, for savory depth)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt (to enhance all flavors)
• 1/4 cup water (to adjust consistency during cooking)