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How to Make Steamed Pumpkin

Steamed pumpkin is a simple home-cooked dessert or staple dish. It preserves the natural sweetness and nutrients of the pumpkin to the greatest extent, resulting in a soft and glutinous texture. It is a great choice for a healthy diet. Beginners can typically complete it in 15-20 minutes (mostly steaming time).

Estimated Cooking Difficulty: ★

Essential Ingredients and Tools

  • Pumpkin
  • Steamer

Preparation

Before each preparation, determine how many servings you want to make. One serving is enough for 1-2 people.

Per serving:

  • Pumpkin: 300 g
  • Drinking water: 1000 ml (for the steamer)

Instructions

  • Wash the outer skin of the pumpkin, remove the pulp and seeds.
  • Cut the pumpkin into slices approximately 2 cm thick and set aside.
  • Add 1000 ml of drinking water to the pot of the steamer.
  • Arrange the sliced pumpkin evenly on a plate.
  • Once the water in the steamer is boiling, place the plate with the pumpkin into the steamer.
  • Cover the lid and steam on high heat for 15-20 minutes, until the pumpkin is soft and can be easily pierced with chopsticks.
  • Turn off the heat and carefully remove the plate.

Additional Notes

  • The sweetness and texture of the pumpkin may vary depending on the variety. Older pumpkins are usually sweeter and have a flourier texture.
  • Pumpkin skin contains nutrients. If you prefer, you can steam it without peeling, but ensure it is thoroughly washed.
  • The steaming time depends on the size and thickness of the pumpkin pieces, as well as the variety. Using chopsticks to test is a good way to determine if it is fully cooked.

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