Usage: Is Halloween approaching? What is with these pumpkin cubes? Why not jack-o-lantern? It is a shame that there is no Halloween celebration in Malaysia, but we do celebrate the pumpkin fruit for its benefits, delicious taste, and versatile cooking style. Of course, it is cut from a fresh botanical pumpkin and not the one you carve as a lantern; who wants to eat fruit exposed on display and, what's more, for a longer time? If there is one similarity between jack-o-lantern and pumpkin cubes, it must be the blissful experience both provide. The cook and chef will be over the moon with pumpkin cubes transported directly from the manufacturer to the kitchen because preparing cooking ingredients requires more work than cooking. Now that pumpkin cubes save time, how do you plan to cook them? There are many pumpkin cubes recipes available online, and all look irresistible. Here are some suggestions for you in case you cannot make up your mind yet:
Roasted pumpkin cube: Roasted or baked pumpkin cube can never go wrong, whether for snack time or as a side dish. It is definitely the best cooking technique for pumpkin cube as it keeps the creamy consistency with a soft, tender texture inside and a crispy outer layer, enhancing its flavor. If lazy afternoon strikes but you wish to have a quick, scrumptious dessert, then roasted pumpkin cube is the way to go because it has straightforward steps! Here are the three simple steps to have your roasted pumpkin cube ready:
- Cut the pumpkin, but you can skip this part because the pumpkin is already cut into cubes, so there is no hassle of a messy kitchen.
- While you set the pumpkin cubes on a baking sheet, season them with salt, spices, and brown sugar. You can mix canola or any other oil of your choice with spices.
- Roast the seasoned pumpkin cubes for 18 to 20 minutes or until golden brown in an oven or air fryer.
Pumpkin porridge: If you cook a meal for kids, it is best to serve the pumpkin cubes as porridge because some kids do not prefer to eat fruits or vegetables in their natural state. Consider blending the pumpkin cubes to teach kids to eat tasty pumpkin cubes porridge. You may try this Korean Pumpkin Porridge as the steps are manageable to follow:
- Boil the pumpkin cubes until tender. You can taste the tenderness using a fork.
- Blend the boiled pumpkin cubes with water for 2 minutes.
- Pour the mixture into a saucepan and boil for 2 minutes on high heat.
- Lower the heat and let it simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Stir the combination of pumpkin cubes constantly while boiling.
- Sift the pumpkin cubes porridge and let it cool down before serving it.
Certification(s) & Mentionings:
- JAKIM’s Halal Certificate: Since Asia Pacific Vegetables Trading Sdn Bhd ensures its product adheres to the criteria to gain a Halal certificate from JAKIM, the company has successfully passed the thorough screening test by JAKIM authorities. Hence, the company has solid proof to dismiss consumers' doubts about its products' preparation, such as pumpkin cubes, because they are Halal-certified.
- HACCP: Pumpkin cubes and other product lines of Asia Pacific Vegetables Trading Sdn Bhd are recognized by HACCP because they follow the standard set for Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point guidelines. With the certificate issued to the company's products, it is guaranteed that the pumpkin cubes are fresh and safe to be eaten.
- MESTI: Environmental health is indeed a critical aspect that all food and beverage manufacturers must pay close attention to; it goes without saying. Because the food that goes into our stomachs will be processed to obtain the essential nutrients, we must ensure the food is appropriately processed in its factory. Hence, MESTI certification is bestowed upon Asia Pacific Vegetables Trading Sdn Bhd as proof that its factory complies with the standard set by MESTI, which is to have a clean factory environment to ensure the maintenance of food hygiene of its products.
Packaging: 500 grams (g) or 17.64 ounces (oz) of pumpkin cubes manufactured by Asia Pacific Vegetables Trading Sdn Bhd are packed securely in a sealed, airtight plastic bag to maintain their freshness during transportation. It is essential to avoid contamination from the outside air so that only impeccable pumpkin cubes will be delivered to the consumers. If you received spoilt packaging, please return it. The minimum order quantity (MOQ), also called "less than container load (LCL)" for these pumpkin cubes, is 1 x 20-foot box container.
Storage Instructions: Unlike whole pumpkins, cut or cubed ones can only last 4 to 5 days at best if appropriately kept. They should be stored in the fridge between 12.5°C to 15°C or 55°F to 59°F temperature respectively. Although it can preserve the pumpkin cube for a short period, it can still protect them from exposure to bacteria growth due to moisture conditions. It is advisable to keep your pumpkin cube in a sealed bag or even cling wrap plastic before refrigerating it.
Pumpkin Cubes Overview
Pumpkin is an excellent source of nutrients that encompass essential minerals, vitamin A and vitamin C, and is rich in fiber. With essential nourishments composing pumpkin, it is no surprise that this botanical fruit offers terrific health benefits to its consumers. Like any other fruits and vegetables, we are taught that they are a healthier food choice than snacks. The health advantages of pumpkin are endless, but to name a few, it is high in antioxidants to protect humans from the risk of cancer, increase immunity, improve eyesight, and aid weight loss journey. Yes, you heard that right! Your every year new year wish to keep yourself in a slimmer shape can be achieved by eating pumpkin. However, pumpkin must be consumed as a vegetable to maximize its benefits rather than as a flavorful dessert.
As Asia Pacific Vegetables Trading Sdn Bhd has prepared the pumpkin in cube form, which is the pumpkin cubes which comes in 500g or 17.64oz per packet, you can still cook your pumpkin cubes in various styles, such as desserts or savory dishes. The cut pumpkin that turns into pumpkin cubes remains the same benefits as the whole pumpkin, regardless. Get yours now to have the heavenly sweet potato-like taste accompanied by the natural nutty flavor of the pumpkin cubes when cooked or roasted just the way you like it.
Asia Pacific Vegetables Trading Sdn Bhd
First operating in October 2009, Asia Pacific Vegetables Trading Sdn Bhd is a company that supplies "Ready to Eat" and "Ready to Cook" vegetables for the ease of the cook and chef. Like most businesses operating in the center of Malaysia, this company also established its plant in Semenyih, Selangor. Manufacturing ready-to-cook vegetables like pumpkin cubes and short-cut long beans, its primary goal is to reduce food preparation for its consumers because the company understands the fuss of chopping or dicing vegetables. Furthermore, the company highlights the importance of controlling food costs by buying a portion of vegetables ready to be cooked instead of purchasing a big portion but throwing the unused residue as it has rotten. With the tagline, "100% fresh, 0% anything else," the company has clarified that the vegetables are freshly packed once the order is placed to retain their freshness. After over a decade of operation, Asia Pacific Vegetables Trading Sdn Bhd meets the necessary food safety and hygiene standards. This enables the company to gain a Halal certificate, HACCP, and MESTI certification for its product line.
Pumpkin Cubes Specifications
- Ready-to-cook pumpkin cubes
- Cooked pumpkin cubes taste nutty and slightly sweet
- Store in the fridge between 12.5°C to 15°C (55°F to 59°F)
- 500g (17.64 oz) net weight per pack
- Minimum order quantity of 1 x 20-foot box container
- Shelf life of 4 to 5 days
- Certified with JAKIM Halal, HACCP, & MESTI
- Produced in Malaysia
- Certificates: Makanan Selamat Tanggungjawab Industri (MeSTI), Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM) Halal Certificate, Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP)
Asia Pacific Vegetables Trading Sdn Bhd
