Kabak tatlısı: Discover the delicious Turkish pumpkin dessert

Autumn is the time of year when pumpkin reigns supreme on our tables. It works wonderfully in both savoury dishes and sweet pastries. How about an original Turkish pumpkin dessert? Kabak tatlısı, as it is known, is a simple recipe that will delight any sweet tooth.

The pumpkin season is in full swing, and various dishes are popular from this delicious orange vegetable. In the kitchens, pumpkin most often appears in soups, purées, or fries, but not everyone knows you can also make a unique dessert. One of the simplest and most delicious recipes is the traditional Turkish pumpkin dessert – Kabak Tatlısı. It's an extremely simple recipe to please those who love sweets and those looking for new culinary inspirations. You only need four ingredients to create something truly exceptional. The Turkish-style pumpkin dessert is a must-try during the autumn season.

Kabak tatlısı is a delicious dessert and an excellent way to use seasonal fruits. Thanks to its simplicity and unique flavour, it will appeal to adults and children.

Ingredients:

• 1 kg pumpkin,
• 250 ml of sugar,
• a handful of walnuts,
• shredded coconut.

Preparation:

1. First, peel the pumpkin and remove the seeds. Then, cut the flesh into larger pieces, preferably into cubes about 3-4 cm in size.
2. Put the pumpkin pieces into a pot and evenly sprinkle them with 250 ml of sugar. Cover the pot and leave it overnight. This will allow the pumpkin to absorb the sugar, giving it the right sweetness and tenderness during cooking.
3. The next day, cook the pumpkin on low heat for 30–40 minutes until the flesh becomes soft and the sugar forms a thick, sweet syrup.
4. After cooking, transfer the pumpkin to bowls or cups and garnish the dessert with chopped walnuts and shredded coconut.

Kabak Tatlısı is an exceptionally simple yet incredibly tasty pumpkin dessert that can successfully be served on tables. With just four ingredients that everyone has at home, you can prepare a real Turkish treat that will delight both household members and guests.