It’s pumpkin time again: An overview of fall favorites

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Hard-skinned, soft-core: This is the beloved pumpkin. Pumpkin gnocchi, pumpkin curry, pumpkin soup: This range of pumpkin recipes is as colorful as autumn leaves. There are more than 800 varieties of edible and ornamental pumpkins in total; They have a fruity or nutty flavor, depending on the variety.

Zucchini varieties at a glance

1. Hokkaido pumpkin

This variety is known for its strong taste, almost red color, firm flesh, and easy preparation. Hokkaido squash is especially loved because it doesn’t even need to be peeled in most recipes. Hokkaido suits almost all dishes.

2. Pumpkin

You can recognize this pumpkin by its pear shape. It has no grooves and is very easy to peel. As the name suggests, pumpkin has buttery flesh and a wonderful nutty, aromatic flavor. This type of squash is suitable for all kinds of preparations.

3. Coconut squash

The color of the nutmeg pumpkin’s skin can vary from dark green to beige-light brown. It can be recognized primarily by its size and smooth bark. Thanks to its sweet taste, it is especially suitable for dessert dishes and pastries. However, coconut squash also tastes good raw.

4. Yellow flyweight

This type of squash can be recognized by its yellow flesh. This pumpkin is very practical and you can store it for up to three months. Its taste is sweet, it goes well with all kinds of flavors and is ideal for jams or desserts.

5. Patisson

This type of pumpkin is also called “UFO pumpkin” due to its shape. Pumpkins are small, so they are usually used only as decoration. However, patisson is a summer squash and cannot be stored for a long time. It tastes especially good in soups and stews, but you can also pickle and preserve it.

6. Sweet Ravioli

This pumpkin is very aromatic, small and round. You can recognize it by its dripping crust, which is also cooked. This pumpkin can be prepared very deliciously in the oven, so it is an ideal substitute for roasted potatoes as a side dish. Its light flesh is also ideal for preparing sweet dishes.

How healthy is pumpkin?

Essential antioxidants and vitamins make pumpkin a real must for a balanced diet. It mainly contains vitamin A, as well as lutein, xanthine and plenty of carotene. For those who want to lose weight, it should also be noted that pumpkin contains almost no calories and no saturated fat. By the way, there are more than 800 varieties of pumpkin, but not all of them are edible.

Pumpkin tastes delicious and is a real fat killer

However, many people shy away from pumpkin dishes because they do not know how delicious things can be made from it. Here are a few tips:

• Pumpkin and curry go well together: Everyone knows good old pumpkin soup, but it gets boring quickly. So why not try curry instead? Add the diced pumpkin to a pan with the garlic, raisins, onion, curry powder and vegetable broth and let it cook for 15 minutes. Then add the frozen peas. After another ten minutes, the zucchini cubes should be soft. Add herbs and serve with whole grain rice – a healthy curry, also suitable for vegetarians, is ready.
• Pumpkin muffins are ideal for low-carb diets: For those with a sweet tooth, muffins and cookies made from pumpkin are also suitable; An even healthier alternative is the classic pumpkin cake.
• Pumpkin seeds are rich in vitamin E: Regardless of whether you choose a sweet or savory pumpkin dish: save the seeds, as they are full of proteins, minerals and vitamins. Roasted, you can easily sprinkle them over a salad to add flavor.

Source : Blick