Steamed Pumpkin Shandong
Chinese Chinese - Shandong Lu Cuisine

Steamed Pumpkin Shandong

Est. Time: 20-30 min  •  5 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

A distinguished culinary classic crafted with authentic techniques and finest ingredients, offering rich depth of flavour and elegant presentation.

Ingredients

  • • 800g Shandong pumpkin (miba pumpkin)
  • • 3 red dates
  • • 1 tbsp rock sugar
  • • 1 tsp salt
  • • 1 tsp cooking oil

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Peel the pumpkin, remove the seeds, and cut into large chunks.

2
Phase 2

Toss the chunks with a little salt and oil.

3
Phase 3

Lay the pumpkin in a heatproof dish with the red dates and rock sugar.

4
Phase 4

Steam over high heat 25 minutes until the flesh is soft.

5
Phase 5

Serve hot, spooning the sweet juices over the pumpkin.