The name itself sounds mysterious to many people – grab him comes from southern China. It is already cultivated in Japan, the Middle East, but also in the United States and some European countries. Called “golden orange”, it is an ornamental shrub growing up to 4.5 m high, bearing hundreds of orange-golden fruits with a characteristic orange-golden color. Kumquat has a unique taste that is hard to resist – whoever tries it once will certainly want to eat it more often.
The plant can be grown not only outdoors, but also in a pot indoors. It can be purchased in some stationary stores, but also online.
It is not without reason that interest in the kumquat is growing all over the world – it has lots of vitamins and health-promoting properties. It is a valuable source of, among others: vitamins C, E, A and B vitamins. In addition, it contains a lot of zinc, sodium, potassium, calcium, phosphorus and magnesium.
“Golden orange” is also a source of fiber and good fats. Kumquat has a positive effect on the condition of the skin and protects the eyes against diseases such as: glaucoma or cataract. These are not the only benefits of eating this Asian fruit. By reaching for it, you can, among others: reduce the risk of cancer, lower cholesterol levels and support your digestion.
Seize him it also supports the immune system and has a soothing effect in case of irritability problems. It has a low glycemic index, which is why it is recommended in the diet of people with diabetes.
It is also recommended for people suffering from atherosclerosis, suffering from constipation or struggling with obesity.
How to eat kumquat? The Asian fruit tastes good raw, eaten with the skin. However, it is worth reaching for the “golden orange” when preparing various types of salads. It is also perfect for meat dishes.
If you want a delicious dessert with a unique flavor, kumquat will work great here too. It is also a good idea to prepare jam, marmalade and compote with it.
Source: Terazoguje.pl, cefarm24.pl
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