Stewed pumpkin with pine nuts and tofu cheese
4 servings
40 minutes
Stewed pumpkin with pine nuts and tofu is a refined dish of Italian cuisine that combines the tenderness of pumpkin, the spiciness of tofu, and a subtle nutty aroma. Its roots trace back to the traditions of Tuscan rural cuisine, where simple ingredients are transformed into a masterpiece of flavor. During cooking, the pumpkin simmers in vegetable broth, gaining a rich taste, while sautéed onions and garlic add sweetness and depth. A cinnamon accent makes the dish cozy, while crunchy pine nuts provide textural variety. The spiciness of chili pepper nicely balances the softness of pumpkin and tenderness of tofu. This dish is perfect for autumn evenings and for health-conscious eaters – it's light yet filling. Served hot, it pairs excellently with fresh herbs and a glass of white wine.
1
Peel the pumpkin, cut it into cubes, and place it in a pot. Pour in vegetable broth, bring to a boil, and let it simmer for 10 minutes, then remove the pumpkin with a slotted spoon.
- Pumpkin: 500 g
- Vegetable broth: 1 l
2
Peel and finely chop the onion and garlic.
- Sweet red onion: 2 heads
- Garlic: 1 clove
3
Chop the chili pepper finely.
- Chili pepper: 1 piece
4
Heat peanut oil in a pan and sauté onion and garlic over low heat until translucent.
- Peanut butter: 1 tablespoon
- Sweet red onion: 2 heads
- Garlic: 1 clove
5
Place the pumpkin in the skillet, sprinkle with cinnamon, salt, and cook until done, stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon.
- Pumpkin: 500 g
- Cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
- Sea salt: 0.3 teaspoon
6
Add tofu pieces, cook for another 2-3 minutes over medium heat, then sprinkle with pine nuts and chopped chili pepper. Serve hot.
- Tofu: 200 g
- Pine nuts: 30 g
- Chili pepper: 1 piece