Mứt tắc (Candied Kumquats)Recipe

1 lb. Kumquat

12 oz Sugar

2 tsp. Kosher Salt

Water

Add 2 tsp. Kosher Salt into a bowl of Water. Cut slits into 1 lb Kumquat and put into the water with salt.  Mix and leave for 30 minutes.  After 30 minutes, pour out and rinse with water.  Let it air dry. Then place into a bowl and add in 12 oz. Sugar.  Mix and cover with plastic wrap and leave for 2 hrs. Then after 2 hrs, cook on stove until it’s translucent. Use low-medium heat.  Remove, place on plate.  Let it cool and serve.