How to Cut Kabocha Squash Easily for Soups, Desserts, and More
Struggling to cut kabocha squash? Learn How To Cut a Kabocha Squash easily and enjoy making delicious Japanese pumpkin dishes anytime!
Ingredients
Instructions
- Remove the Stem: Insert the tip of a sharp knife diagonally around the stem and carefully notch it while turning the kabocha. Lift the bottom of the stem with the knife and remove it.
- Cut in Half: Place the knife where the stem was, hold it steady, and gently push through the squash. Turn it over and repeat on the other side to cut it in half.
- Quarter the Kabocha: Insert the knife into the flesh and slowly push down to cut the squash into quarters. Remove the seeds and pulp.
- Cut into Pieces: Slice the quarters into large chunks, cubes, dice, slices, or sticks, depending on the dish you're preparing.
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Nutrition
Calories: 306kcalCarbohydrates: 77gProtein: 9g
This nutritional information is estimated and provided for general reference only.