Where to buy kabocha squash near me?

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Weee! delivers Asian and Hispanic groceries to your door in many U.S. areas; enter your ZIP code at weee.com to see availability and delivery options. Weee! lists Kabocha (about 2 to 2.3 lb) and similar squashes such as Butternut Squash, Acorn Squash and Bei Bei Pumpkin.

Yes. Kabocha skin becomes tender when cooked and is edible, so you do not need to peel it. Wash it well and cut away any tough or damaged spots.

Butternut squash is the closest substitute, followed by acorn squash or sweet potato, though they are slightly less dry and fluffy. Weee! carries Butternut Squash and Acorn Squash.

Kabocha squash is a Japanese winter squash with dark green skin and sweet, dense, fluffy orange flesh. It is often called Japanese pumpkin.

Kabocha tastes sweet and nutty, like a cross between pumpkin and sweet potato, with a dry, fluffy texture when cooked. It is less watery than many other squashes.

Cut kabocha into wedges, scoop out the seeds, then roast, steam, simmer or fry it. It cooks in about 15 to 25 minutes depending on size and method.

Microwave the whole kabocha for 2 to 3 minutes to soften it slightly, then cut it in half with a large, sharp knife on a stable cutting board. Scoop out the seeds and slice into wedges.