Kumquat Caipirinha
Kumquat Caipirinha is a flavorful Chinese Chinese Recipes dish prepared with quality ingredients. In heavy 1 1/2- to 2-quart saucepan over moderately low heat, stir together sugar and 1/2 cup water until well combined.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionIn heavy 1 1/2- to 2-quart saucepan over moderately low heat, stir together sugar and 1/2 cup water until well combined.
Heat until sugar melts, then simmer mixture, uncovered, without stirring, until medium caramel color, about 25 minutes.
Remove from heat and stir in corn syrup.
Cool 3 minutes, then stir in soy sauce.
Cool completely. (Sauce can be made ahead and stored, tightly covered, at room temperature up to 1 month.).
Pour 1/4 teaspoon soy-caramel sauce into bottom of 10-ounce glass (such as double old-fashioned).
In cocktail shaker, stir together lemon juice and sugar.
Add kumquats and, using wooden muddler or spoon, pound and press until kumquats are crushed.
Add cachaca and ice cubes and shake vigorously for 5 seconds.
Pour (unstrained) into glass with soy-caramel sauce.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.