Once you see this squash with a unique shape and impressive color, you will never forget it. It has thick, sweet flesh with a sticky texture. The increased popularity of Ebisu-kabocha squash, which has a smooth dense texture, has led to a decrease in demand for this squash, which is soft and a little watery. There was a time when only a small volume of this variety was cultivated. Recently, however, it has been reevaluated because of its beautiful appearance and taste. Its skin color helps make dishes colorful. It is used to make various sweets such as pudding, and it can be simmered with milk.

打木赤皮甘栗かぼちゃ
Utsugi-akakawa-amaguri-kabocha squash
Characteristics
Best season | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
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Production site | Kanazawa City |
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Yield/Delivery amount | 13 tons |
Appearance | Charming cone shape, with bright vermilion skin |
Size | 1-1.2kg |
Raw/Cooked | Cooked |
Serving suggestions | Simmered |
Type of dish | Japanese/ Western/ Chinese |
Recipe

Sliced red-skinned pumpkin and leek fried with sesame oil

Pumpkin soup stock gelato

Cooled tofu and boiled vegetables with broth and spices