1. Place the cubed pumpkin in a pot; cover with water and boil for about 30 minutes, or until the pumpkin is cooked and tender;
2. drain; purée the pumpkin with the sugar, butter and eggs; add the flour as you continue to mix;
3. heat the oil in a high-sided pan; place spoonfuls of the batter into the oil and cook about 5 minutes until nicely browned; remove, drain and serve hot or warm.

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