Many people love pumpkin because it's rich in benefits and easy to prepare. Pumpkin is also a relatively common plant, easily cultivated in various regions, making it affordable and readily available in markets.
Pumpkin is also rich in fiber, vitamins A and C, which are good for the body. Pumpkin also has a soft, yet not too hard texture, making it suitable for all ages, from children to the elderly. In some regions of Indonesia and other countries, pumpkin is often used in traditional dishes or special occasions, giving it a special meaning for many people, such as this home-cooked dish, pumpkin in pepper sauce.
Ingredients:
🔹400 grams green pumpkin
🔹2 tamarind leaves
🔹5 cayenne peppers
🔹1/2 teaspoon pepper
🔹900 grams water
How to make:
🔹Peel the pumpkin skin thoroughly.
🔹Cut the pumpkin in half and cut into triangles, or cut to your liking.
🔹Add half a teaspoon of salt to the peeled and cut pumpkin. Stir well so the salt is absorbed into the vegetables.
🔹Heat the water until it boils, then add the pumpkin.
🔹Grind the chilies, pepper, and tamarind with a little salt to make it easier to grind. You can grind it coarsely or very finely according to your taste.
🔹Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt to the cooked pumpkin.
🔹When the vegetables are slightly cooked, add the ground spices and stir well. Once cooked, remove from heat and serve.
🔹Final serving.
