A delicious Iranian Dessert | Un délicieux dessert iranien

saffron

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: annatto

Turmeric provides color but less flavor.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey offers sweetness with additional flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option.

pistachios

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts are nutritious and more affordable.

Cook the pumpkin until soft.

Cut the cooked pumpkin into pieces and peel it.

Use a spoon or meat grinder to turn the pumpkin into puree.

Pour infused saffron over the pumpkin puree.

Add a little bit of boiling water to the saffron and let it rest to release aroma and color.

Add honey to the pumpkin puree instead of sugar for a healthier option.

Optionally, add fried onion for decoration and flavor.

Optionally, add melted butter to the mixture.

Optionally, cook the pumpkin with plums for a sweet and sour taste.

Decorate the dessert with cashew nuts.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Dietary

Allergens