# 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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