Pumpkin cooks in its own syrup and finishes with walnuts and tahini in this Burdur dessert.
15 min prep 45 min cook 120 min rest
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Cut the pumpkin into large slices and rest with sugar for 2 hours.
Place the pumpkin in the pot with its own juice.
Cook over low heat for 35 to 40 minutes until tender.
Add the lemon juice and boil for 5 minutes more.
Cool and serve with walnuts and tahini.
💡 Tip: Resting the pumpkin with sugar for 2 hours makes it easier to cook without adding water.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve cold with walnuts and tahini.
~245
kcal calories
3
g protein
48
g carbs
6
g fat
61.6g
Sugar
2.5g
Fiber
11.1mg
Sodium
1.5g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Light satiety, you'll get hungry again soon
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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