Are you looking for an autumn dish that combines simplicity and flavor? Look no further: baked pumpkin gratin is the perfect answer!
In this microwave version, it is really easy to prepare.
This delicious side dish is not only easy to prepare but also brings the warmth and goodness of the season to your table. The sweetness of the pumpkin pairs magnificently with a crunchy golden crust, creating a balance of flavors that will captivate everyone’s palate.
Imagine making it in just a few minutes in the microwave, and let yourself be enveloped by an irresistible aroma, while the pumpkin slowly cooks, becoming tender and flavorful. Whether you’re preparing a special dinner or simply want a side dish that impresses, this recipe is ideal.
Ready to discover how easy it is to bring this colorful and tasty dish to the table? Then, put on your apron and get ready to create a delight!
The easy microwave pumpkin gratin recipe is, indeed, very easy, tasty, and flavorful to the right point, the seasonal side dish we really adore at home, I often prepare it trying to do something different each time, in fact this time I added spices to the breadcrumbs to make it savory without having to add anything else to the pumpkin.
It really takes little time to prepare and is excellent both very hot just made and at room temperature, you’ll see everyone will like it.
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very economical
- Preparation time: 20 Minutes
- Portions: 4 People
- Cooking methods: Oven, Microwave
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Autumn, Winter
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs Mantuan pumpkin
- 2 cloves garlic
- 3/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup parsley
- 3 tbsps extra virgin olive oil
- 2 pinches salt
Tools
- 1 Microwave oven
Preparation
To prepare the easy pumpkin gratin recipe, you need to start with the pumpkin. Choose the pumpkin variety you prefer, remove the skin, seeds, and internal filaments, then wash and dry it.
Cut it into slices about a quarter-inch thick or a bit more if you like.
Mix the breadcrumbs in a bowl with the very finely chopped parsley, the clove of garlic squeezed with a garlic press, the salt, and the extra virgin olive oil. Mix very well and set aside.
Preheat the oven to 428°F, line a baking tray with wet and wrung-out parchment paper, and place the pumpkin slices, trying not to overlap them.
Bake for 10 minutes.
Now that the easy pumpkin gratin recipe is partially cooked, take it out of the oven and with a spoon spread the previously flavored breadcrumbs to cover all the pumpkin slices well.
Put it back in the oven for another 10 minutes, and if you want a well-marked browning, turn on the grill for the last 5 minutes.
The easy pumpkin gratin recipe is ready, take it out of the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving, and..
ENJOY YOUR MEAL
Proceed with cleaning the pumpkin and preparing the breadcrumbs as described above, then place the pumpkin slices on a microwave-safe tray, cover with a lid for steaming, and set to maximum power (mine goes up to 800w) for 6 or 7 minutes.
Do the toothpick test; the pumpkin should continue cooking with the seasoning, so it shouldn’t be fully cooked at this point.
Spread the spiced breadcrumbs to cover all the pumpkin slices and cook with the microwave + grill version for another 6 minutes, placing the supplied rack under the tray to keep the food closer to the microwave grill.
Remember, the thinner the pumpkin slices, the less time they take to cook, and after removing them from the microwave, they continue to cook for at least 2 more minutes, and..
ENJOY YOUR MEAL
Notes
The easy pumpkin gratin recipe today, also in microwave version, is easy to prepare and can be stored in the refrigerator for 2 days in an airtight container.
You can freeze the pumpkin gratin once it cools in a tray that can contain them without overlapping.
