Try these delicious kabocha squash recipes this season: soups, fries, donuts, fritters, breads and more.
Discover a selection of tasty kabocha squash recipes to enjoy this season.
Kabocha squash is one of the best vegetables for fall. Naturally sweet with a creamy, nutty texture, it often reminds people of roasted chestnuts or sweet potatoes. Compared with some other winter squashes, kabocha tends to be lower in carbohydrates and still offers a good amount of fiber and vitamins. It works equally well in savory and sweet dishes — soups, fries, baked treats, and more. Below are a variety of recipes to inspire you.
Kabocha Squash Recipes
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Roasted Kabocha Squash | Japanese Pumpkin
Roasted kabocha squash is a simple, healthy way to enjoy this winter squash. When roasted, kabocha becomes very sweet with a texture similar to chestnuts or sweet potatoes. It’s also commonly called Japanese pumpkin or Korean pumpkin (danhobak).
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Roasted Kabocha Squash Soup | Vegan Pumpkin Soup
This roasted kabocha squash soup is creamy and nutty, made with coconut milk and vegetable stock for a vegan, low-carb, gluten-free option. It’s comforting and nourishing on chilly days.
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Kabocha Squash Fries
Crispy and healthy, these kabocha squash fries are a great low-carb or keto-friendly snack. Slice thin and bake or fry, then serve with your favorite dip.
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Easy Baked Kabocha Pumpkin Donuts
Tender, moist baked kabocha pumpkin donuts topped with cinnamon brown sugar or a maple-butterscotch glaze. A cozy fall treat for cool mornings.
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Kabocha Squash and Bacon Mulitas
Mulitas filled with kabocha squash purée, caramelized onion, bacon, mozzarella and cotija cheese. A layered, flavorful twist that’s great for sharing.
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Kabocha Shaped Pumpkin Bread
Sweet kabocha anko paste wrapped in soft Japanese milk bread, shaped like a tiny pumpkin. A fun snack or party treat, especially around Halloween.
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Kabocha Squash Fritters
Filipino-style kabocha fritters are thinly sliced squash coated in a light batter and fried until golden for a crispy, flavorful bite.
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Kabocha Two Bean Chili
A comforting two-bean chili with kabocha simmered in a chipotle-poblano base, fire-roasted tomatoes and warm spices — perfect for cold evenings.
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Instant Pot Kabocha Squash Rice
Quick to prep, this Instant Pot kabocha squash rice is simple, tasty and healthy — a perfect side for many meals.
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Simple Vietnamese Stewed Squash
A comforting Vietnamese-style stewed squash that gives kabocha an Asian flavor profile — a simple, tasty side dish.
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Roasted Kabocha Squash Hummus
Roasted kabocha blended into hummus and topped with spiced ground lamb and a lemon-parsley sauce makes a satisfying, crowd-pleasing appetizer.
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