Garlic Roasted Pumpkin

Garlic Roasted Pumpkin

　　In this Garlic Roasted Pumpkin dish, the pumpkin remains intact after cooking—not only does the skin hold its shape, but the flesh also retains moisture without becoming wrinkled or dry, resulting in an excellent texture.

　　Cooking method: Roasted

　　Flavor profile: Sweet and savory

　　Main ingredient: Pumpkin 600g

　　Side ingredients: Scallion 10g, ginger 5g, garlic 20g

　　Seasonings: Salt 5g, monosodium glutamate 3g, chicken essence 3g, salad oil 75g

　　Preparation method:

　　1. Sauté the garlic until fragrant and place it at the bottom of the clay pot.

　　2. Remove the seeds from the pumpkin, cut it into chunks, and place them in the pot with the seasonings.

　　3. Cover the clay pot and simmer over low heat for 40 minutes.

　　Flavor characteristics:

　　The pumpkin is golden, attractive, aromatic, and has a tender and smooth texture.

　　Key points for preparation:

　　1. Maintain a low heat at around 30–40% intensity. Open the lid every 10 minutes to check and prevent overheating.

　　2. Shape: Pumpkin in chunks. Texture: The pumpkin should be juicy and moist.