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Shrimp in Pumpkin

Shrimp in Pumpkin: This iconic Brazilian dish combines the natural sweetness of pumpkin with a creamy and very aromatic filling.

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Shrimp in Pumpkin

Ingredients

1 medium butternut squash, washed
4 tablespoons oil
1/2 tablespoon vegetable bouillon powder
200g cream cheese
1 kilogram cleaned shrimp
1 pinch black pepper
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 chopped onions
1 crushed garlic clove
3 chopped tomatoes (peeled and seeded)
1 chopped red chili pepper
2 vegetable bouillon cubes
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 cup coconut milk
1 can heavy cream
1 tablespoon chopped green onions
1 tablespoon chopped parsley

Where to find ingredients

These ingredients can typically be found at most large supermarkets and local grocery stores.

Preparation method

  1. Wrap the entire pumpkin in aluminum foil
  2. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for about 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until the pulp is tender
  3. Carefully remove the aluminum foil
  4. Cut off the top of the pumpkin to create a lid
  5. Use a spoon to remove all the seeds and internal filaments
  6. Brush the outside with 1 tablespoon of oil
  7. Combine the vegetable bouillon powder with the cream cheese and spread this mixture all over the internal cavity of the pumpkin
  8. Set the pumpkin aside in a place that keeps it warm
  9. Season the shrimp with black pepper and lime juice in a bowl
  10. Heat the remaining oil in a pan and sauté the onion with garlic
  11. Add the seasoned shrimp to the sautéed mixture
  12. Cook for approximately 10 minutes, or until they change color and are tender
  13. Add the chopped tomatoes, red chili pepper, and vegetable bouillon cubes
  14. Mix the flour into the coconut milk until dissolved and pour into the pan
  15. Stir continuously until the sauce is fully incorporated and thickened
  16. Turn off the heat
  17. Finish by adding the heavy cream, green onions, and parsley
  18. Fill the pumpkin with the creamy shrimp mixture
  19. Bake for a few additional minutes if you wish to gratin the surface

Observations

A sophisticated option for special dinners. The pumpkin acts as a natural pot, preserving the filling's temperature and giving the preparation a unique velvety flavor.
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