Caramelized pumpkin
Description
The recipe won't take much time. This dessert is especially suitable during winter, when the body needs vitamins and minerals—pumpkin contains plenty of them. Serve the sweet pumpkin in caramel syrup warm, along with sour cream or plain thick yogurt, or serve it chilled.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare the listed ingredients.
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Step 2
Put granulated sugar into a cauldron or a saucepan with a non-stick bottom, then pour in the lemon juice. Be sure to add the juice—it reduces the sweetness of the sugar and helps prevent it from recrystallizing. Place the container on the stove and bring the syrup to a boil, then reduce the heat.
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Step 3
Cut the pumpkin into pieces, remove the seeds and rinse. Then peel off all the skin from the flesh and cut the flesh into medium-sized cubes or strips.
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Step 4
Place the pumpkin slices into the boiling syrup and simmer for about 15–20 minutes over medium heat until tender.
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Step 5
When the pumpkin pieces become soft but still hold their shape, turn off the heat.
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Step 6
Using a slotted spoon, place the caramelized pumpkin onto a plate, draining off the syrup. Serve together with sour cream of any fat content. The combination of warm pumpkin and chilled sour cream is incredibly delicious!