Pumpkin in the microwave
Description
The recipe won't take much time. The butternut variety is perfect for cooking pumpkin in the microwave. The bright flesh of this pumpkin has a pleasant, buttery, nutty flavor. Moreover, it holds its shape well during cooking, and the seeds of this variety are located at the bottom of the fruit. If you take a piece from the top part, you won't even need to bother removing the seeds! It's delicious, healthy, simple, and very quick. Serve chilled.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare the ingredients.
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Step 2
Peel the pumpkin and slice it thinly. Place on a microwave-safe plate.
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Step 3
Place a glass of dried fruit mixture on top— I'm using golden raisins, apricots, and prunes. Prepare the dried fruits in advance: wash them thoroughly, pour boiling water over them, cover, and let steep for half an hour. Then drain and use.
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Step 4
Top the dried fruits and pumpkin with freshly squeezed lemon juice and sprinkle with cinnamon.
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Step 5
Bake the pumpkin covered at 800 W for 3 minutes. Let it stand without heating for another 2 minutes. Check the pumpkin's softness; if necessary, heat for a few more minutes at half power.
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Step 6
Let the cooked pumpkin cool slightly, then serve with sour cream. This pumpkin is also delicious when completely cooled.