Pumpkin (Qargħa Ħamra) per kg

Our local pumpkin (‘Qargħa Ħamra’), is a staple in Maltese autumn and winter cooking, and a key part of our culinary heritage. It has a wonderfully sweet, earthy flavour and a dense, vibrant orange flesh that becomes beautifully tender when cooked. Its flavour and texture make it perfectly suited for both sweet and savoury applications. Pumpkin is rich in beta-carotene (Vitamin A) and fibre. It is most famously the star ingredient in the beloved ‘Torta tal-Qargħa Ħamra’, a traditional open-faced sweet pie where the pumpkin is cooked with rice, semolina, and spices to create a unique and delicious dessert. It is also fantastic for making hearty, warming soups, often blended until smooth and creamy. Buying by the kilogram allows you to get the perfect amount for your traditional Maltese recipes.