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Sep 13, 2024

Favorite kabocha recipes?

In the spirit of autumn almost being here, I was wondering if anyone has any good kabocha recipes to share. Ideally I'd like suggestions that don't need an oven (we don't have one) and don't require deep frying -- for instance, I love kabocha tempura but I don't like the greasy smell in my house, so it's easier to purchase those pre-cooked from my local supermarket.

genkidesu

genkidesu

Love to travel, interested in J-beauty products and consider myself a convenience store snack aficionado. Navigating the ever-present challenges of expat life, particularly about my TCK's (third culture kids).

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  • xen

    on Sep 18

    Hello there! I usually make kabocha soup, no oven needed but you do need a blitzer or hand blender to get it all smooth. So good and easy to put together plus always a winner with the kids. Serve it with some cheesy toast and it’s the perfect autumn meal (or starter) depending on how big your bowl is

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  • BigfamJapan

    on Sep 13

    Its a long time since I cooked pumpkin, but just tonight my Mother-in-law sent in some pumpkin mashed and baked with some milk. It was simple, but nice!

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  • genkidesu

    on Sep 14

    @BigfamJapan sometimes the simple things are the best ones!

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  • TonetoEdo

    on Sep 15

    I do kabocha salad. I cut into chunks and steam them in a basket in a stock pot. I dress them with a dash of soy sauce, a sprinkle of pepper, and a liberal dose of mayonnaise. It's great finished with a sprinkle of chopped walnuts or almonds.

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  • TonetoEdo

    on Sep 15

    I also so roast thin slices of kabocha in the oven toaster drizzled with soy sauce and a shake of pepper.

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  • genkidesu

    on Sep 18

    @xen I always forget just how good soup is during autumn! We have an immersion blender so no worries there, and I'm glad you mentioned kid friendly because that's definitely a consideration for me. The cheesy toast sounds like the perfect accompaniment, too!

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