Delicate Pumpkin

delicate sweetness and versatility in the kitchen

Delica Pumpkin whole and sliced

Delica squash is a variety of winter squash with an elongated shape and thin, cream-colored skin with green streaks.

Unlike other squashes, the Delica's skin is tender and edible, making it incredibly practical and versatile in the kitchen.

Taste and texture:

The pulp of the Delica pumpkin is firm, dense and yellow-orange in colour.

Its flavor is sweet and delicate, with notes of chestnut and a light hint of walnut. The consistency, once cooked, becomes creamy and lends itself to various preparations.

How to cook Delica squash:

Delica is super easy to cook! Here are some tips:

• Baked: cut into slices or cubes, seasoned with oil, salt and spices, it is an exquisite side dish.
• Filling: Its elongated shape makes it perfect for being stuffed with rice, meat or vegetables.
• Soups and cream soups: Its creamy pulp is ideal for preparing soups and veloutés with a delicate flavour.
• Fried: cut into thin slices and fried in a pan, it is a crunchy and tasty treat.
• Steamed: a light cooking method that preserves flavour and nutritional properties.
• Raw: Delica can also be eaten raw, cut into julienne strips in a salad.

Tips:

• For a more intense flavor, roast the pumpkin seeds and add them to your preparations.
• Delica squash can be stored for a long time in a cool, dry place.

Let yourself be won over by the sweetness and versatility of Delica pumpkin!

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