Calabaza en Tacha (Candied Pumpkin)
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Calabaza en Tacha (Candied Pumpkin)
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If you want to try a twist on the American classic dishes try making calabaza en tacha or candied pumpkin. This is a traditional Mexican recipe that is commonly prepared for Dia de los Muertos, but would make a lovely dish for Thanksgiving or Christmas.
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Ingredients
- 4-to 5 pound pumpkin
- 2 cups water
- 3 cinnamon sticks
- 5 whole cloves
Spiced Piloncillo Syrup
- ¼ cup water
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 8 ounces piloncillo or 1 cup packed dark brown sugar
Toppings:
- sweetened condensed milk
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Instructions
- Rinse off the exterior of the pumpkin in cool or warm water, no soap. Using a serrated knife cut the pumpkin in half and scoop out the pumpkin seeds. Scrape out the stringy layer (pulp) with a spoon. Discard seeds and pulp. Cut the pumpkin into 3- to 4-inch slices leaving the skin on.
- In a large pot, steam the pumpkin in water, cinnamon, and cloves making sure to keep the lid on tight, for 20 to 40 minutes, or until pumpkin is tender. The pumpkin is ready when your fork slides easily into the flesh.
- In a small saucepan place water, cinnamon stick, and piloncillo on a very low heat until the piloncillo melts. Be sure to stir frequently.
- Serve slices of pumpkin with syrup and drizzle with sweetened condensed milk.
Notes
- The skin softens while cooked and is also edible.
- Sometimes star anise is added along with the cloves and cinnamon. Feel free to try add 1-2 star anise to the pot.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
165kcal
(8%)
Carbohydrates
41g
(14%)
Protein
2g
(4%)
Fat
1g
(2%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Sodium
6mg
(0%)
Potassium
777mg
(22%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
31g
(62%)
Vitamin A
19307IU
(386%)
Vitamin C
20mg
(22%)
Calcium
75mg
(8%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 165 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 165kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 41g | 14% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 6mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 777mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 31g | 62% |
| Vitamin A | 19307IU | 386% |
| Vitamin C | 20mg | 22% |
| Calcium | 75mg | 8% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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