A beloved winter dessert of pumpkin slowly softened with sugar, then served cool with tahini and walnuts for contrast and depth.
20 min prep 60 min cook
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Slice the pumpkin to an even thickness and arrange it in a wide pot.
Sprinkle the sugar over it and wait 2 hours for it to release its juices.
Cook the pumpkin over low heat for 50 minutes until tender.
Leave the pot lid ajar and thicken the syrup for 10 minutes.
Serve the cooled pumpkin with tahini and walnuts.
💡 Tip: Rest the pumpkin with sugar for at least 2 hours; it reduces the need to add water while cooking.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve with tahini and walnuts.
~190
kcal calories
2
g protein
42
g carbs
3
g fat
56.8g
Sugar
1.5g
Fiber
12.3mg
Sodium
1.3g
Saturated fat
⚠️ Nutrition data match is limited for this recipe (75%); values are estimates.
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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