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Salt-Simmered Kabocha finished dish
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Fluffy Salt-Simmered Kabocha Squash

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Just salt brings out the natural sweetness of kabocha! Fluffy and tender, it's perfect for bento boxes or snacks. You'll love how simple yet delicious it is!

Ingredients

2 servings
  • Ebisu kabocha squash1/4
  • ★Salt2 pinches
  • ★Water100 ml

Directions

20 min
  1. 1

    Cut 1/4 of the ebisu kabocha squash into appropriate sizes and place in a pot.

  2. 2

    Sprinkle with 2 pinches of salt, add 100 ml of water, cover with a lid, and bring to heat.

  3. 3

    Once boiling, reduce to low heat and simmer until the liquid is absorbed and the squash becomes fluffy and tender.

Tips

When selecting ebisu kabocha, choose one with deep yellow color, thick flesh, and large seeds packed densely inside for the best flavor. For whole kabocha, look for ones with a dried stem and slight indentation around the base for freshness.

Nutrition

Per serving
  • Calories45 kcal
  • Protein1 g
  • Fat0.2 g
  • Carbs10.5 g
  • Sodium0.3 g