Fried calabash (bottle gourd) in butter

How Maurice does it

1. 1

   Soften the whole calabash in the microwave to make it easier to slice.

2. 2

   Peel the calabash and cut it into small cubes.

3. 3

   Heat a hotplate or large frying pan over medium-high heat and melt the butter until sizzling.

4. 4

   Add the calabash cubes to the hot butter and fry, stirring and flipping with a spatula, until browned and tender.

5. 5

   Rub a little extra butter directly onto the cooking calabash, then season with freshly ground black pepper and a pinch of salt.

6. 6

   Continue cooking until the pieces are nicely browned, then serve hot.