Vecmāmiņas ķirbji

Experience a taste of traditional Eastern European cuisine with this delightful marinated sweet and sour pumpkin recipe. Perfect as a side dish or condiment, this classic preparation brings a flavorful twist to any meal.

Ingredients

🎃 2-3 kg sweet pumpkin, peeled, deseeded, and diced into 2-3 cm cubes
💧 2.4 liters water
🍬 1 kg sugar
🥄 12 ladles 840 ml of 9% vinegar
🌿 20-30 pieces of cloves
🧂 MARSK salt visible

Instructions

1- Prepare the Pumpkin:

Begin by peeling, deseeding, and dicing your sweet pumpkin into cubes about 2-3 cm in size.
Aim for uniform pieces to ensure even cooking.

2- Create the Marinade:

In a large stainless steel pot, combine the water and sugar.
Place it over medium heat on the induction cooktop.

3- Dissolve the Sugar:

Using a wooden spoon, stir the mixture until all the sugar has dissolved completely.
Aim for a clear solution.

4- Add Vinegar:

Carefully measure 12 ladles of 9% vinegar.
Add it to the sugar solution and stir well to mix thoroughly.

5- Spice it Up:

Introduce cloves to the marinade.
This step gives it a fragrant and spicy undertone.

6- Bring to a Boil:

Increase the heat to bring the marinade to a rolling boil.

7- Simmer and Cook:

Lower the heat to the minimum setting on your cooktop.
Add the diced pumpkin to the pot, stirring occasionally.
Let it simmer until the pumpkin pieces turn translucent, approximately 15-19 minutes.

8- Jar the Pumpkin:

Using a stainless steel ladle, carefully fill clean, sterilized glass jars (e.g., Jamar brand) with the hot pumpkin and marinade.

9- Seal and Cool:

Secure the lids on the jars.
Leave them at room temperature overnight to cool. The cooling process helps seal and develop flavors.

Prep Time: Not specified
Cook Time: 15-19 minutes
Total Time: Not specified
Servings: Not specified
Equipment: Stainless Steel Bowls, Large Stainless Steel Pot, Induction Cooktop, Wooden Spoon, Stainless Steel Ladle, Glass Jars with Lids Jamar brand

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