Name: Quibebe Brazilian Pumpkin Puree
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Brazilian
Ingredients: 1 medium-sized pumpkin, peeled and diced; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 large onion, chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon paprika; Salt and pepper to taste; 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth; Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish; Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

Start by preparing the pumpkin. Peel it, remove the seeds, and cut it into small, even-sized cubes.
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until they become soft and translucent.
Stir in the diced pumpkin, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for a few minutes, allowing the spices to coat the pumpkin pieces.
Pour in the vegetable or chicken broth, ensuring that the pumpkin is mostly covered. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the pumpkin is tender and easily mashed.
Using an immersion blender or transferring the mixture to a blender in batches, carefully puree the pumpkin mixture until smooth and creamy. If needed, adjust the consistency by adding more broth.
Taste the puree and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if necessary.
Serve the Quibebe Brazilian Pumpkin Puree hot, garnished with fresh cilantro leaves and accompanied by lime wedges for squeezing over the top.

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