Organic Pumpkin and Dried Pork Belly Bowl
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Organic Pumpkin and Dried Pork Belly Bowl

timer 15 MIN
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person 4 servings
Organic Pumpkin and Dried Pork Belly Bowl

About This Recipe

This Millet-Stuffed Pumpkin is a delightful and wholesome dish that combines the earthy sweetness of pumpkin with the savory richness of cured meat and nutty millet. Perfect for a cozy meal, this recipe features tender millet soaked to perfection, paired with thinly sliced cured meat and fresh scallions for a burst of flavor. The mixture is seasoned with soy sauce for depth, then stuffed into a hollowed-out pumpkin and steamed to tender perfection. The steaming process locks in the aromas, creating a harmonious blend of textures and tastes. Each bite offers a comforting balance of hearty millet, smoky meat, and the natural sweetness of pumpkin. Easy to prepare yet impressive in presentation, this dish is a standout for family dinners or special occasions. A nutritious and flavorful twist on stuffed vegetables, it’s sure to become a favorite!

Instructions

Detailed preparation guide

servings 4
Total Time 15m

shopping_basket Ingredients

Main Ingredients
  • millet 1 cup (170g)
  • cured meat 100g
  • pumpkin 1 medium (500g)
The aromatics
  • scallions 2 stalks (30g)
The sauce & seasonings
  • soy sauce 2 tablespoons

menu_book Directions

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Step 1
Step 1
After preparing the main ingredients, rinse the millet and soak it in water for 2 hours. Cut the cured meat into smaller thin slices and chop the scallions into fine pieces.
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Step 2
Step 2
Cut off the top of the small pumpkin and use a spoon or similar tool to remove the pumpkin seeds and pulp.
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Step 3
Mix the millet, cured meat, and a suitable amount of scallions together with soy sauce, then fill the mixture into the pumpkin.
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Step 4
Step 4
Cover the pumpkin with its lid and secure it with toothpicks.
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Step 5
Step 5
Place the pumpkin in a steamer, steam over medium heat for 20-25 minutes.

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