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Kabocha Nimono

10 min prep · 20 min cook · Easy · 4 servings
Japanese
A comforting and flavorful Japanese simmered kabocha dish infused with traditional seasonings, perfect as a side or vegetarian main.

Ingredients
1 medium kabocha squash (about 600g), peeled, seeded, and cut into bite-sized pieces→
1 tablespoon soy sauce→
1 tablespoon mirin→make it yourself
1 tablespoon sake→
1 cup dashi stock→make it yourself
1 teaspoon sugar→
1 teaspoon sesame oil→
1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)→
Pinch of salt (if needed)→
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Method
1
Heat sesame oil in a pot over medium heat.
2
Add the kabocha pieces and sauté for 2-3 minutes to lightly coat with oil.
3
Pour in the dashi stock and bring to a boil.
4
Add soy sauce, mirin, sake, sugar, and a pinch of salt.
5
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until the kabocha is tender.
6
Uncover and cook for another 2-3 minutes to allow the sauce to slightly reduce.
7
Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds if desired.

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