Pumpkin Sticks with Rosemary
6 servings
15 minutes
Pumpkin sticks with rosemary are an elegant blend of simplicity and sophistication in Italian cuisine. This recipe harks back to traditional Italian methods of preparing vegetables, where fresh produce is transformed into a flavorful and crispy treat. Thinly sliced pumpkin gains an appetizing golden crust in hot peanut oil, while fresh rosemary and sea salt add refined depth of flavor. A light spiciness from freshly ground black pepper completes the harmony of tastes, creating the perfect snack or side dish for meat and vegetable dishes. These crispy sticks are a great way to enjoy the sweet flavor of pumpkin in a completely new interpretation. Serve hot to fully unveil the aromatic notes of rosemary and the rich taste of roasted pumpkin.
1
Remove the skin from the pumpkin and cut the flesh into strips. Rinse and dry with a kitchen towel. Rinse and dry the rosemary, then chop it as finely as possible.
- Pumpkin: 800 g
- Rosemary: 2 sprigs
2
Heat enough oil in a deep pan and fry the pumpkin sticks slowly for 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and carefully place on paper towels, then sprinkle with salt and rosemary. Add freshly ground black pepper to taste. Serve the sticks hot.
- Peanut butter: to taste
- Sea salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste