Caribbean Spiced Pumpkin
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 132kcal
This flavorful Caribbean pumpkin dish combines aromatic spices with a hint of heat. The Caribbean pumpkin, also known as Calabaza, adds a rich, sweet taste.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups pumpkin diced and peeled
- 1 red bell pepper deseeded and cut in chunks
- 14 oz canned tomatoes
- 2 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 medium onion peeled and chopped
- 2 sticks celery chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 scotch bonnet pepper finely chopped, deseeded
- 2 teaspoons fresh ginger grated
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- ¼ teaspoon all spice
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Heat the coconut oil in a large saucepan on a medium heat.
- Add the onion sauté for 10 minutes until soft.
- Add the garlic, celery and ginger and sauté for 5 minutes until soft.
- Add the pumpkin, red peppers, scotch bonnet pepper and spices and cook for a further 3 minutes, stirring so that the spices are evenly distributed.
- Add the canned tomatoes, bring to the boil and cover.
- Simmer for 15 to 20 minutes until the pumpkin is soft, yet still firm. You don’t want it too mushy.
- Season to taste and serve.
Notes
Makes 4 servings.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 132kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 7g | Fiber: 4g | Net Carbohydrates: 10g