Description
Calamansi curd is a creamy, tangy delight that transforms any dish into a burst of sunshine. This easy-to-make recipe features fresh calamansi juice, rich eggs, and smooth butter, creating a versatile spread perfect for brunches or sweet treats. Whether you’re slathering it on toast, filling pastries, or enjoying it straight from the jar, this vibrant curd will elevate your culinary creations and impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup calamansi juice (about 10–12 calamansi)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter (cubed)
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Juice the calamansi and strain to remove seeds.
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine sugar and calamansi juice until dissolved.
- Whisk in eggs one at a time until fully incorporated. Add cubed butter and stir until melted.
- Increase heat slightly and cook while stirring until thickened (should coat the back of a spoon).
- Strain the mixture into a bowl for smoothness, cover with plastic wrap touching the surface, and refrigerate for 1-2 hours.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Citrus
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For flavor variations, consider adding ginger or coconut cream. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks.