Pumpkin jelly
Description
The drink is quick and easy to prepare. Due to its thick consistency, it is very beneficial for those with stomach issues, as it coats the stomach lining. It can even be given to small children. When prepared at home, it quenches thirst and hunger, and also makes an excellent breakfast alternative. Pumpkin kissel can be made with the addition of various fruits. Ingredients needed: pumpkin, orange juice, sugar, starch. Ready to serve.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Prepare all the necessary ingredients.
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Step 2
2. For the kissel, ripe pumpkin is necessary. Wash it thoroughly under running water, peel it, and cut into pieces (approximately 2x2 centimeters). The pumpkin can be baked in the oven or in the microwave.
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Step 3
3. Place the cooked pumpkin pieces into a blender and puree (preferably grind as finely as possible).
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Step 4
4. Orange juice can be freshly squeezed or store-bought. Pour 150 grams of juice into the pumpkin puree, mix well, and transfer to a saucepan. Dissolve one tablespoon of starch in the remaining 50 grams of juice and add it to the puree. Bring the pumpkin kissel to a boil. As soon as the first bubbles appear, immediately remove from heat, add sugar, and stir until completely dissolved.
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Step 5
5. Cool the kissel to room temperature and serve.