Pumpkin has a particularly sweet taste and a smooth creaminess. It is a powerful antioxidant , it helps to keep the immune system in good condition, as well as being beneficial for eye health , it prevents cataracts, night blindness and photophobia. The consumption of pumpkins reduces cystitis, fluid retention and kidney stones . In that sense, the list of foods that can be prepared with this vegetable It is comprehensive, including healthy desserts.
Pumpkin nuggets are popular with young and old alike and are rich in nutrients that can be incorporated into a fun weekend diet . Accompany the nuggets with other vegetables and foods rich in minerals and vitamins. Also, take advantage of the types of pumpkins and cook with a great variety of flavor, color and texture.
Take a look at the types of pumpkin
The diversity of nicknames that have been established for pumpkin makes it difficult to mention all the types of this vegetable, which can be found in the markets. Also the arrival of the traditional fruit belonging to the cucurbitaceae family has allowed the development of new varieties, so we will mention the most popular ones.
Butternut, peanut or fiddle
It is the most cultivated in Spain and differs by being elongated, with smooth and clear skin. Its base is wider and its pulp is bright orange. It is not excessively sweet like others, but it is versatile for cooking due to its fine skin and firm pulp.
Basque or Mallorca
Their skin is dark green with elongated light stripes that can turn the skin yellowish tones. The pulp is more orange than the peanut and although they have some similarities, it is larger.
Maximum cucurbit
It’s the classic Halloween pumpkin . Rounded, flat, variable in size that can reach large dimensions. The skin is rough and hard. It is the best known worldwide thanks also to its use in the Halloween season.
Potimatron or Hokkaido
More rounded and flattened. Its fruit does not usually exceed the weight of a kilo and a half, however, if it is left to its own devices, it can grow a little more. It is harvested mainly in winter. It is more watery and sweet .
How to make pumpkin nuggets
Ingredients
- Half a kilo of pumpkin
- Bread crumbs
- Salt
- Flour
- Parsley
- Water
- Olive oil
Preparation mode
- In a pot with water, place the pumpkin previously cut into pieces. Cook for a few minutes until tender.
- When ready, let the pumpkin rest until it reaches room temperature.
- In a plate pour some flour with a little water and in another plate, breadcrumbs. To the bread, only if you wish, you can add finely chopped parsley.
- Mash the pumpkin into a puree. Salt, pepper and two tablespoons of oil are added.
- Once the previous step is finished. You can start to form the nuggets that they reach with the prepared mixture.
- Pass them through flour , then bread and finally to the deep fryer.
With pumpkin nuggets you can make fun how little ones consume essential minerals like potassium and phosphorus . In addition to vegetable proteins and vitamin A. The preparation can be done as a family and enjoy a fun day.
