noun
- A type of winter squash with dark green skin, orange flesh, and a slightly sweet flavor, native to Japan.
Usage: Also called kabocha squash or Japanese pumpkin.; Commonly used in Asian cuisine.
Examples
- I roasted kabocha squash with olive oil and garlic for dinner.
- Kabocha is a popular ingredient in Japanese tempura.
- The kabocha has a creamy texture when cooked.
- She made kabocha soup for the autumn harvest festival.
- You can find kabocha at most Asian markets and many supermarkets.
- The deep green skin of the kabocha indicates it is ripe.