Steamed Hyuga Pumpkin
Rich flavor sealed beneath a glossy black skin
About Steamed Hyuga Pumpkin
Steamed Hyuga Pumpkin (日向かぼちゃの蒸し物, Hyuga kabocha no mushimono) features the unique "Hyuga pumpkin," a traditional vegetable lovingly grown in Miyazaki Prefecture, which enjoys one of the sunniest climates in Japan. This distinctive black-skinned pumpkin, also known as "Hyuga kabocha," has been cherished by locals for generations.
With its elegant natural sweetness and resistance to falling apart during cooking, it's ideal for dishes like braised pumpkin. In this dish, the pumpkin is steamed with ingredients like shrimp and scallops, then chilled to enhance its rich and harmonious flavors.
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