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How to make Portuguese fried pumpkin dreams (sonhos de abobora).
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Preparation time:
20 min
Cooking Time:
20 min
Ready In:
40 min
Level of Difficulty:
Easy
Servings:
8
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Portuguese Fried Pumpkin Dreams Recipe

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Posted in: Snack Recipes
Wed, Mar 2, 2016
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"Sonhos de abóbora" is a traditional Portuguese dessert, which translates to "pumpkin dreams" in English. It's a type of fried doughnut made with pumpkin puree and flavored with cinnamon and sugar. The dough is made with flour, eggs, and yeast, and then mixed with pumpkin puree, which gives it a slightly sweet and earthy flavor.

After the dough is prepared, it's shaped into small balls and then deep-fried until golden brown. Once they're fried, the pumpkin dreams are usually coated in a mixture of sugar and cinnamon, which adds a delicious sweetness and spice to the dessert.

Sonhos de abóbora is often served during festivals and celebrations in Portugal, particularly around Christmas and New Year's. It's a popular dessert because it's easy to make and can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature. Some people also like to serve it with a drizzle of honey or a sprinkle of powdered sugar on top.


Ingredients

6 pounds of pumpkin (you can use butternut squash as well)3 cups of water1/4 cup of rum1 teaspoon of salt1 cup of flour1/4 cup of sugar1 teaspoon of baking powder2 cups of oil for frying2 tablespoons of cinnamon powder2 tablespoons of sugar
6 pounds of pumpkin (you can use butternut squash as well)3 cups of water1/4 cup of rum1 teaspoon of salt1 cup of flour1/4 cup of sugar1 teaspoon of baking powder2 cups of oil for frying2 tablespoons of cinnamon powder2 tablespoons of sugar Get Portuguese ingredients Get Portuguese ingredients and other stuff from Amazon.com

Directions

  1. De-skin and de-seed the pumpkin (or squash).
  2. In a saucepan cook the pumpkin with the water and salt.
  3. Once the pumpkin is soft and tender, remove the pumpkin and let it strain most of its liquid. If you have a cheese cloth it is best for straining the liquid. If not use a regular strainer. This should take 3-4 hours.
  4. In a blender, add the pumpkin, rum, and sugar and blend it until it is a smooth and even consistency.
  5. Once done, pour it into a bowl and add the flour and mix it in well.
  6. Use a tablespoon and begin to knead the dough into balls for frying. If the dough does not have a strong enough consistency, add some more flour and knead it in accordingly.
  7. Pour a one inch layer of oil into a frying pan and begin frying the balls. Usually it takes about 1-2 minutes on both sides until they are golden brown.
  8. Fry them individually until they are golden brown, then set aside on paper towels to dry.
  9. Once they are all done and fried, sprinkle the fried cakes with sugar and cinnamon.
Recipe & Photo Credit: easyportugueserecipes.com *

Lori
Lori - 9 Months ago
Anxious to make this. How much canned pumpkin?

Eddy
The same amount Lori, please read the comments below.
9 Months ago (+0) (-0)
Dee
Dee - 9 Months ago
Exactly how much canned pumpkin in measurements can you use?

Eddy
Canned pumpkin weighs the same Dee, so same amount.
9 Months ago (+0) (-0)
Dee
Dee
I meant in cups. Also, is it pumpkin puree or pumpkin pie filling?
9 Months ago (+2) (-1)
Eddy
Pumpkin puree Dee, and approximately 6 cups (1 lb per cup).
9 Months ago (+0) (-0)
Patricia
Patricia - 1 Year ago
How much can pumpkin do you use (measurements) equivalent to the 6 pounds of pumpkin so I can follow the rest of the ingredient measurements. Please and thanks.

Eddy
Actually Patricia, canned pumpkin weighs the same as fresh pumpkin, so the same amount of weight 🙂, hope that helps.
1 Year ago (+0) (-0)
Patricia
Patricia - 1 Year ago
Can you use canned pumpkin 🎃

Eddy
Hi Patricia, yes, just make sure you strain it well.
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