Sweet Pumpkin Jam (M'aasla)
If you were sitting in our family salon right now, I would serve you this. A sweet side dish of mashed pumpkin cooked down with honey, cinnamon, and orange blossom water, served alongside savory tagines. Rooted deeply in our Berber and Andalusian heritage, this is more than just a dish—it's a story told through spices. Trust me, you'll need plenty of crusty bread to soak up every last drop.
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
Ingredients
- Pumpkin or butternut squash
- Honey or Sugar
- Cinnamon
- Orange blossom water
- Butter
Step-by-Step Instructions
What is the secret to perfecting this classic?
Start by gathering your ingredients. The magic always begins with patience and the right spices.
Steam the pumpkin until very soft
then mash it.
Cook the mashed pumpkin in a pan with butter to evaporate excess moisture.
Stir in honey
cinnamon
and orange blossom water.
Cook until it reaches a thick
jam-like consistency.
Serve immediately in the center of the table. In Morocco, we never eat alone—Karam (hospitality) demands we share!
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