Yaki Kabocha no Nitsuke

Yaki Kabocha no Nitsuke is a comforting Japanese baked dish featuring sweet kabocha squash simmered in a savory-sweet sauce until tender and flavorful. This dish highlights the natural sweetness of the squash, making it a perfect side or light main course.

Ingredients

• Kabocha squash - 400 grams
• Soy sauce - 30 ml
• Mirin - 30 ml
• Sake - 15 ml
• Sugar - 1 tablespoon (15 grams)
• Dashi stock - 150 ml
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon (15 ml)
• Green onions - 2 stalks, chopped
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon (optional, for garnish)

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Cut the kabocha squash in half, remove the seeds, and slice it into wedges, leaving the skin on for added texture.
3. In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, mirin, sake, sugar, and dashi stock until the sugar is dissolved.
4. In a large oven-safe dish, arrange the kabocha wedges in a single layer and pour the sauce mixture over them.
5. Drizzle the sesame oil over the top of the kabocha.
6. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
7. After 25 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the kabocha is tender and the sauce has thickened slightly.
8. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
9. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 8 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 6 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants and vitamins, particularly vitamin A and C.
• High in fiber, which aids in digestion and promotes satiety.

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