Method
Cut the pumpkin into ¼ pieces. Pour half a cup of water into a microwave-safe bowl, add the pumpkin, and microwave for 2 minutes.
Remove the seeds and peel off the skin. Cut the pumpkin into bite-sized pieces.
Put the pumpkin and 500g of water into a pot and bring to a boil over high heat.
Once it starts boiling, reduce to medium heat, cover with a lid, and simmer for 10–15 minutes.
When the pumpkin is fully cooked, blend it until smooth.
Pour the blended pumpkin back into the pot and simmer over low heat.
When it slightly thickens, mix the glutinous rice flour with water to make a slurry and pour it into the pot. Stir continuously to prevent lumps.
Once the porridge becomes thick and smooth, add salt and sugar. (Adjust to taste.)
Slice the dried jujube and place it on top as a garnish.
Enjoy Hobakjuk (Korean pumpkin porridge)