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Kabak Tatlısı
Kabak Tatlısı is a traditional Turkish pumpkin dessert where pumpkin is simmered with sugar until soft and golden, then topped with tahini and walnuts for a delicious fall treat.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
2 hrs
Total Time
2 hrs 10 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 426 kcal
Course:
Dessert , Snacks
Cuisine:
Turkish
Ingredients
- 1 kabocha
- 1 ½ cup sugar
- ½ cup Tahini
- ½ cup walnuts
Instructions
- Cut the kabocha into pieces and carefully peel them. Place the kabocha pieces in a pot.
- Top with sugar, give it a toss. cover and let it sit for 6-8 hours at room temperature.
- Place the pot over medium high heat and cook for 1 to 2 hours until they are completely tender. Turn the heat off and let them come to room temperature.
- Arrange them on a large platter and top with tahini and walnuts.
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Notes
- Choose the Right Pumpkin: Choose a kabocha pumpkin that feels heavy for its size and has a firm, unblemished skin. This provides the best texture and sweetness for your dessert. If kabocha isn't available, butternut squash or acorn squash would work.
- Let the Sugar Rest: Allowing the pumpkin and sugar to sit for 6-8 hours is crucial for drawing out the natural juices. Don’t skip this step, as it helps create the syrupy base for the dessert.
- Monitor the Cooking Time: Keep an eye on the pumpkin as it cooks. Stir from time to time to prevent sticking but avoid overcooking to maintain the best texture—soft but not mushy.
Nutrition Information
Calories
426kcal
(21%)
Carbohydrates
68g
(23%)
Protein
6g
(12%)
Fat
17g
(26%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
9g
Monounsaturated Fat
5g
Sodium
14mg
(1%)
Potassium
661mg
(19%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
53g
(106%)
Vitamin A
2066IU
(41%)
Vitamin C
19mg
(21%)
Calcium
80mg
(8%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 426
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 426kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 68g | 23% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9g | 53% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Sodium | 14mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 661mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 53g | 106% |
| Vitamin A | 2066IU | 41% |
| Vitamin C | 19mg | 21% |
| Calcium | 80mg | 8% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.