Keto Pickled Pumpkin 🎃

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Servings

6-8

Prep Time

5 minutes

Cook Time

20 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 cups pumpkin, peeled and cubed

  • 1 cup apple cider vinegar

  • 1/2 cup water

  • 1/2 cup erythritol or monk fruit sweetener

  • 1 cinnamon stick

  • 1 tsp whole cloves

  • 1 tsp mustard seeds

  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger

  • 1/2 tsp allspice

Directions

  1. Prepare the Pumpkin: Start by peeling and cubing your pumpkin into bite-sized pieces. The smaller the cubes, the quicker they’ll absorb the flavorful brine.

  2. Make the Brine: In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the apple cider vinegar, water, sweetener and all the spices (cinnamon, cloves, mustard seeds, ginger, and allspice). Bring this mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 5 minutes. This helps the spices infuse into the liquid, creating a flavorful brine.

  3. Cook the Pumpkin: Add the pumpkin cubes to the simmering brine. Cook them for about 10 minutes or until they are slightly tender but not mushy. You want them to retain a bit of crunch.

  4. Cool and Pickle: Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the pumpkin and brine to cool slightly. Once cooled, transfer the pumpkin cubes into a clean jar, then pour the brine over them. Make sure the pumpkin is fully submerged.

  5. Refrigerate: Seal the jar tightly and place it in the refrigerator. For the best flavour, let the pumpkin pickle for at least 24 hours before enjoying it. The longer it sits, the more intense the flavours will become.

A perfect low carb autumn treat!

As the crisp air of autumn settles in, our thoughts often turn to the rick, comforting flavours of the season. While pumpkin is traditionally associated with pies and spiced lattes, there's a lesser-known way to enjoy the versatile gourd that aligns perfectly with keto lifestyle: pickled pumpkin!

Pickling is a time-honoured preservation method that infuses vegetables with tangy, spicy flavours whilst maintaining their nutritional benefits. When done right, pickled pumpkin can be a delightful, low carb addition to your autumn menu perfect for snacking, adding to salads or as a unique condiment on your charcuterie board.

Why Pickle Pumpkin?

Pumpkin is naturally low in carbohydrates, making it an excellent choice for those following a keto diet. It’s also packed with vitamins, antioxidants and fibre. Pickling pumpkin not only preserves its nutritional value but also enhances its flavour with a combination of spices that scream autumn- cinnamon, cloves and ginger.