{"id":4616,"date":"2026-01-31T11:59:36","date_gmt":"2026-01-31T11:59:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/baominhheritage.com\/cach-lam-mut-tac-huong-vi-cung-tao-hinh-hap-dan\/"},"modified":"2026-01-31T11:59:36","modified_gmt":"2026-01-31T11:59:36","slug":"cach-lam-mut-tac-huong-vi-cung-tao-hinh-hap-dan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/baominhheritage.com\/en\/cach-lam-mut-tac-huong-vi-cung-tao-hinh-hap-dan\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Make Kumquat Jam \u2013 Delicious Flavor and Appealing Appearance"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Kumquat jam is a traditional type of jam made from kumquats. The method for making kumquat jam is not too complicated in terms of preparation or selecting ingredients. Therefore, kumquat jam is often made by many people to enjoy during holidays or to give as gifts. With an attractive shape, kumquat jam is usually cut into thin, petal-shaped slices with bright colors. Kumquat jam is considered a traditional and beloved dish in Vietnamese cuisine.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_10668\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-10668\" style=\"width: 700px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/baominhheritage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/cach-lam-mut-tac-huong-vi-cung-tao-hinh-hap-dan-cach-lam-mut-tac2-400x231-1.jpeg\" alt=\"cach-lam-mut-tac\" width=\"700\" height=\"405\"><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-10668\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The method for making kumquat jam is not too complicated in terms of preparation or processing<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"lwptoc lwptoc-autoWidth lwptoc-light lwptoc-notInherit\">\n<div class=\"lwptoc_i\">\n<div class=\"lwptoc_header\">\n<b class=\"lwptoc_title\">Table of Contents<\/b> <span class=\"lwptoc_toggle\"><br \/>\n<a href=\"#\" class=\"lwptoc_toggle_label\">hide<\/a> <\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"lwptoc_items lwptoc_items-visible\">\n<div class=\"lwptoc_itemWrap\">\n<div class=\"lwptoc_item\"> <a href=\"#Nguyen_lieu_lam_mut_tac_mut_quat\"><br \/>\n<span class=\"lwptoc_item_number\">1<\/span><br \/>\n<span class=\"lwptoc_item_label\">Ingredients for making kumquat jam<\/span><br \/>\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"lwptoc_item\"> <a href=\"#Cach_chon_mua_tac_tuoi_ngon\"><br \/>\n<span class=\"lwptoc_item_number\">2<\/span><br \/>\n<span class=\"lwptoc_item_label\">How to choose fresh and delicious kumquats<\/span><br \/>\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"lwptoc_item\"> <a href=\"#Cach_lam_mut_tac_mut_quat\"><br \/>\n<span class=\"lwptoc_item_number\">3<\/span><br \/>\n<span class=\"lwptoc_item_label\">How to make kumquat jam<\/span><br \/>\n<\/a>{<br>  \"translations\": [<br>    \"<\/p>\"<br>  ]<br>}\n<div class=\"lwptoc_itemWrap\">\n<div class=\"lwptoc_item\"> <a href=\"#So_che_tac_quat\"><br \/>\n<span class=\"lwptoc_item_number\">3.1<\/span><br \/>\n<span class=\"lwptoc_item_label\">Preparing the kumquats<\/span><br \/>\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"lwptoc_item\"> <a href=\"#Ngam_va_trung_tac\"><br \/>\n<span class=\"lwptoc_item_number\">3.2<\/span><br \/>\n<span class=\"lwptoc_item_label\">Soaking and blanching the kumquats<\/span><br \/>\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"lwptoc_item\"> <a href=\"#Uop_tac\"><br \/>\n<span class=\"lwptoc_item_number\">3.3<\/span><br \/>\n<span class=\"lwptoc_item_label\">Marinating the kumquats<\/span><br \/>\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"lwptoc_item\"> <a href=\"#Sen_tac\"><br \/>\n<span class=\"lwptoc_item_number\">3.4<\/span><br \/>\n<span class=\"lwptoc_item_label\">Cooking (candying) the kumquats<\/span><br \/>\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"lwptoc_item\"> <a href=\"#Thanh_pham\"><br \/>\n<span class=\"lwptoc_item_number\">3.5<\/span><br \/>\n<span class=\"lwptoc_item_label\">Finished product<\/span><br \/>\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"lwptoc_item\"> <a href=\"#Bao_Minh_-_Ky_thuat_hien_dai_huong_vi_truyen_thong\"><br \/>\n<span class=\"lwptoc_item_number\">4<\/span><br \/>\n<span class=\"lwptoc_item_label\">Bao Minh \u2013 Modern technology, traditional flavor<\/span><br \/>\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span id=\"Nguyen_lieu_lam_mut_tac_mut_quat\"><b>Ingredients for making kumquat jam<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&nbsp;Kumquats: <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">500g<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&nbsp;Julienned ginger: <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 knob<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&nbsp;Roasted sesame seeds: <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A little<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&nbsp;Sugar: <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">250g<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&nbsp;Salt: <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A little<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span id=\"Cach_chon_mua_tac_tuoi_ngon\"><b>How to choose fresh and delicious kumquats<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When choosing <span style=\"color: #000000;\"><a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"https:\/\/vi.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Qu%E1%BA%A5t\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">kumquats<\/a><\/span>, one should select fruits that are bright yellow, have a mild fragrance, and have a smooth peel.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fresh kumquats are usually sweeter, crispier, and more fragrant than those that smell harsh, pungent, or unpleasant. The skin of the kumquat should be checked carefully; if it is smooth, round, and plump, it is a sign of a fresh kumquat.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid choosing kumquats with rough skin, spots, dents, or signs of decay.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>See more: <a href=\"https:\/\/banhbaominh.com\/mut-tet-bao-minh\/?fbclid=IwAR1n9hERcoFQoXLIuCS5H0Pcqv8HmmmuxibPCokkLQlA_jRrhJOMHGtofY8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong><em>Bao Minh Tet Jam \u2013 Preserving the essence of Vietnamese cuisine<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span id=\"Cach_lam_mut_tac_mut_quat\"><b>How to make kumquat jam<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span id=\"So_che_tac_quat\"><b>Preparing the kumquats<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After buying the kumquats, rinse them with diluted saltwater. After rinsing with saltwater, wash the kumquats a few times with clean water to completely remove salt and dirt.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cut off the stems of the kumquats. Next, make 8 symmetrical cuts around the kumquat to create a flower petal shape. Gently press both ends of the kumquat to extract the juice and seeds.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reserve about 2 tablespoons of kumquat juice to use when marinating. Kumquat juice can enhance the flavor and color of the jam.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>See more: <a href=\"https:\/\/banhbaominh.com\/banh-cha-bao-minh\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em><strong>Bao Minh Cha Cake \u2013 Traditional flavor<\/strong><\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span id=\"Ngam_va_trung_tac\"><b>Soaking and blanching the kumquats<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a bowl, add 500ml of water and dissolve 1 tablespoon of salt to create a saltwater mixture. Place the kumquat peels into the bowl and soak for about 2 hours. This soaking process will help soften the kumquat peels and remove any residue on the surface.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After soaking, rinse the kumquat peels thoroughly with clean water. Use your hands to squeeze them again, ensuring the peels are clean and well-drained.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Next, bring a pot of water to a boil. When the water is boiling, place the kumquat peels into the pot and blanch them briefly for about 2 minutes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span id=\"Uop_tac\"><b>Marinating the kumquats<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take another bowl, add 250ml of sugar and 2 tablespoons of the kumquat juice extracted in step 1. Then, mix this mixture well.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Next, add 1 teaspoon of salt to the mixture and stir well, ensuring the salt is completely dissolved.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Next, place the prepared kumquat peels into the bowl with the sugar and kumquat juice mixture, along with the julienned ginger. Ginger can add more flavor and aroma to the kumquat jam.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>See more:<a href=\"https:\/\/banhbaominh.com\/banh-com-bao-minh\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em><strong> Bao Minh Com Cake \u2013 Hang Than Com Cake<\/strong><\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_10671\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-10671\" style=\"width: 700px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/baominhheritage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/cach-lam-mut-tac-huong-vi-cung-tao-hinh-hap-dan-cach-lam-mut-tac5-400x267-1.jpeg\" alt=\"cach-lam-mut-tac\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-10671\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Marinating the kumquats<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finally, take the bowl of kumquat and sugar mixture outside and let it sun-dry for about 1 hour.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Pro tip:<\/b><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want the kumquat jam to be more sour, you can add more kumquat juice!<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To avoid breaking or tearing the petals and to keep the kumquat jam in a beautiful shape, there is no need to stir the sugar mixture when adding it. Instead, let the sugar dissolve naturally during the process of soaking the kumquat peels.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span id=\"Sen_tac\"><b>Cooking (candying) the kumquats<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Place the kumquat and sugar mixture into a pan, keep the heat low, and you do not need to stir much. When the sugar water boils, you can use chopsticks to flip the other side of the kumquats.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When the sugar syrup is almost dry, you can remove the kumquats to a plate. Then, continue to cook the remaining sugar syrup in the pan for another 5 minutes until the syrup thickens and turns a light yellow color.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After that, put the kumquats back into the pan and stir gently so that the kumquats are evenly coated with the sugar syrup, then turn off the heat.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_10670\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-10670\" style=\"width: 700px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/baominhheritage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/cach-lam-mut-tac-huong-vi-cung-tao-hinh-hap-dan-cach-lam-mut-tac4-400x300-1.jpeg\" alt=\"cach-lam-mut-tac\" width=\"700\" height=\"525\"><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-10670\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Cooking (candying) the kumquats<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Next, remove the kumquat jam and arrange it evenly on a plate. You can add a little toasted white sesame on top of the kumquat jam to make it look better and add extra flavor.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finally, you can take the plate of kumquat jam out to dry in the sun for about 2 days. If you do not have the conditions to dry them in the sun, you can also place the kumquat jam in the refrigerator, and it will dry within 1 day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_10669\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-10669\" style=\"width: 700px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/baominhheritage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/cach-lam-mut-tac-huong-vi-cung-tao-hinh-hap-dan-cach-lam-mut-tac3-400x224-1.jpeg\" alt=\"cach-lam-mut-tac\" width=\"700\" height=\"392\"><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-10669\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">You can take the plate of kumquat jam out to dry in the sun for about 2 days<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When the kumquat jam is dry, you just need to pack it in a bag and tie it tightly or place it in a jar with a tight lid to use gradually.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span id=\"Thanh_pham\"><b>Finished product<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With the method for making kumquat jam that Bao Minh introduces, you will get pieces of jam with a golden color and petal shape, creating an eye-catching dish, especially suitable for welcoming the Tet holiday.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kumquat jam has a delicate sweetness from the sugar and kumquat and a natural slight sourness from the kumquat. The fragrance of ginger also blends into the jam, making it more interesting and delicious.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_10667\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-10667\" style=\"width: 700px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/baominhheritage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/cach-lam-mut-tac-huong-vi-cung-tao-hinh-hap-dan-cach-lam-mut-tac1-400x240-1.jpeg\" alt=\"cach-lam-mut-tac\" width=\"700\" height=\"420\"><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-10667\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Pieces of jam with a golden color and petal shape create an eye-catching dish<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With the harmonious combination of color, shape, and flavor, this kumquat jam will be an attractive choice for gifting or enjoying during the Tet holiday, attracting interest and preference from many diners.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>This Tet, try this delicious way to make kumquat jam to treat the whole family!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span id=\"Bao_Minh_-_Ky_thuat_hien_dai_huong_vi_truyen_thong\"><b>Bao Minh \u2013 Modern technology, traditional flavor<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><a style=\"color: #ff0000;\" href=\"https:\/\/banhbaominh.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bao Minh Brand<\/a><\/span><\/strong> is a famous traditional confectionery brand. With many years of operation, Bao Minh has become one of the reputable and reliable brands in the confectionery industry.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bao Minh is famous for producing and supplying high-quality traditional confectionery, meeting customers' expectations for both taste and quality. Bao Minh's products include many types of cakes and jams such as husband and wife cake (banh phu the), green rice flake cake (banh com), meat pie (banh cha), roasted flour cake (banh khao), sticky rice candy (keo doi), sesame candy (keo vung)...&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p>See more: <a href=\"https:\/\/banhbaominh.com\/san-pham-tet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em><strong>Tet products \u2013 Bao Minh Confectionery<\/strong><\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bao Minh's success comes not only from product quality but also from the dedication and enthusiasm of the staff. They constantly strive to maintain and develop traditional flavors while bringing creativity and diversification to meet the requirements and innovations of the market.<\/span><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>M\u1ee9t t\u1eafc l\u00e0 m\u1ed9t lo\u1ea1i m\u1ee9t truy\u1ec1n th\u1ed1ng \u0111\u01b0\u1ee3c l\u00e0m t\u1eeb tr\u00e1i t\u1eafc (hay c\u00f2n \u0111\u01b0\u1ee3c g\u1ecdi l\u00e0 qu\u1ea5t). V\u1edbi c\u00e1ch l\u00e0m m\u1ee9t t\u1eafc kh\u00f4ng qu\u00e1 c\u1ea7u k\u1ef3 trong kh\u00e2u ch\u1ebf bi\u1ebfn c\u0169ng nh\u01b0 l\u1ef1a ch\u1ecdn nguy\u00ean li\u1ec7u. 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