Pumpkin is a widely consumed vegetable in our country and it is not surprising. Beyond its many beneficial health properties, it has an exquisite flavor. In addition, it stands out as a very versatile ingredient: from consuming it alone as a garnish, to incorporating it into purees or stews, to even sauces and desserts.
Now, pumpkin has a small drawback, and that is that it is very complex to peel, requiring great effort. Not to mention the risk of suffering a cut in the process. This pushes many people to buy the pumpkin pieces already peeled and vacuum packed in the supermarket, but without a doubt the best option is to buy it whole and work it at home. So that peeling the pumpkin doesn’t resist you, take note of this trick that is sweeping social networks.
Marta Verona, nutritionist and cook, was the winner of the sixth edition of the MasterChef television program. Since then, she has been popular on social media for sharing recipes, cooking tricks, and spreading information about nutrition. On her Instagram profile, she has 337 thousand followers. It was on this platform where she shared a video demonstrating a method to peel pumpkin quickly and very easily.
First, make holes all over the pumpkin with the help of a fork. This will help the heat penetrate the vegetable well, in addition to preventing it from exploding in the microwave. Next, wrap the pumpkin with plastic wrap.
Then, put the pumpkin in the microwave for about four minutes at maximum power. When it is ready, you just have to remove the plastic wrap and proceed to peel the pumpkin with a knife or a potato peeler. You will see how the skin comes off the pumpkin very easily, saving you a lot of time when preparing your recipes.
Although the season for this vegetable is in autumn, today we can find it in stores and supermarkets throughout the year, so we can squeeze its potential into endless recipes. This vegetable has many properties, but you should know that to preserve all its nutrients, it is not advisable to overcook it, maximum about 20 minutes.
Pumpkin is an antioxidant, as it is rich in minerals and vitamins. Therefore, it also strengthens our immune system. Likewise, it contributes to taking care of the cardiovascular system, maintaining an adequate cholesterol level. It is also good for the digestive system and even benefits our eye health, helping to prevent cataracts, photophobia and night blindness. Finally, take care of the urinary system and kidneys.
