pumpkin Recipes
11 delicious pumpkin recipes from around the world
Hobak Juk (Korean Pumpkin Porridge)
Hobak Juk is a sweet, comforting, and nourishing Korean porridge made from kabocha squash and glutinous rice flour. It's often enjoyed as a light meal, a dessert, or a restorative dish, especially when feeling unwell. The addition of chewy rice balls (sae-alshim) adds a delightful texture.
Sangkhaya (Thai Coconut Custard)
A classic Thai dessert featuring a rich, silky coconut custard, traditionally steamed inside a small pumpkin or coconut shell. This elegant dessert is subtly sweet and fragrant with pandan.
Sangkhaya Fak Thong (Thai Pumpkin Coconut Custard)
A traditional Thai dessert where a rich, creamy coconut custard is steamed inside a whole, tender pumpkin, creating an edible and beautiful serving vessel.
Carbonada Criolla
A hearty and festive Argentine beef stew, traditionally served inside a hollowed-out pumpkin. It features a delightful balance of sweet and savory flavors with tender beef, root vegetables, corn, and fruit.
Doce de Abóbora (Brazilian Candied Pumpkin)
A traditional Brazilian sweet made from pumpkin chunks slowly cooked in a spiced sugar syrup until tender and translucent. It's intensely sweet and often served with mild cheese for a delightful contrast.
Dulce de Calabaza en Tacha (Candied Pumpkin)
A traditional Mexican sweet, especially popular during the Day of the Dead celebrations. Cubes of pumpkin are slowly simmered in a fragrant syrup made from piloncillo (unrefined whole cane sugar), cinnamon, and orange peel until they become tender, translucent, and infused with the rich, caramel-like flavors of the syrup. The optional guava leaves add a subtle, unique aroma.
Sopaipillas (Chilean Pumpkin Fritters)
Delicious Chilean sopaipillas are lightly sweetened, fried pumpkin dough rounds. They are traditionally enjoyed on rainy days, served warm with a sweet chancaca syrup or savory with a spicy pebre salsa.
Torta de Auyama (Venezuelan Pumpkin Cake)
A wonderfully moist and warmly spiced pumpkin cake, perfect as a comforting dessert.
Miyan Taushe (Northern Pumpkin Soup)
A rich and creamy Northern Nigerian soup made from pumpkin and groundnuts, often served with Tuwo Shinkafa (rice swallow). This mild, nutritious soup is a staple in Hausa cuisine.
Pampoenkoekies (South African Pumpkin Fritters)
Deliciously sweet and warmly spiced pumpkin fritters, a beloved South African comfort food. These golden-brown delights are perfect for a treat any time of day.
Aussie Pumpkin Soup
A creamy and comforting butternut pumpkin soup, a beloved winter staple in Australian homes. This recipe is simple to make and perfect for a chilly evening.