Kumquat, Green Peppercorn and Garlic Paste

• BASIC-EASY
• FAST
• MAKE-AHEAD

Ingredients

1. 1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh kumquats (2 1/2 ounces), see Note
2. 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
3. 2 tablespoons soy sauce
4. 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
5. 1/2 tablespoon honey
6. 1 tablespoon green peppercorns in brine, drained and coarsely crushed
7. 1/2 tablespoon black peppercorns, cracked
8. 1 tablespoon minced garlic
9. 3/4 teaspoon coarse sea salt
10. 2 tablespoons finely chopped scallions
11. 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
12. 1/2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

1. In a mini food processor, pulse the kumquats until finely chopped; do not puree. Transfer the kumquats to a small saucepan and add the balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, light brown sugar and honey. Cook over moderate heat, stirring often, until the mixture reduces to a thick paste, 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer the paste to a bowl and let cool.
2. In the processor, pulse the green and black peppercorns with the garlic and sea salt until the peppercorns are finely chopped. Do not puree the mixture. Add the scallions and cilantro to the processor and pulse to a coarse paste. Add the peppercorn mixture to the kumquat paste and stir in the olive oil until blended.