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Try out these tasty kabocha squash recipes this season! A delicious variety of kabocha squash recipes – soups, kabocha fries, donuts, fritters, breads, & more!

Kabocha squash recipes to try

Grab these delicious kabocha squash recipes to try this season!

Kabocha squash is hands down my favorite fall vegetable! It’s sweeter than most varieties of squash and has a creamy, nutty taste that rivals roasted chestnuts. Kabocha squash has about half the carbs of butternut squash and is full of healthy vitamins and fiber. You can go savory or sweet with kabocha squash as you can see from the recipes below. Try them out today!

Kabocha Squash Recipes

golden brown roasted kabocha squash wedges on parchment paper
5 from 226 votes

Roasted Kabocha Squash | Japanese Pumpkin

Try this roasted kabocha squash for a healthy, delicious take on this winter squash! Roasted kabocha squash is very sweet, similar to roasted chestnuts & sweet potatoes. Kabocha is also known as Japanese pumpkin or Korean pumpkin (danhobak).
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roasted kabocha squash soup, vegan pumpkin soup in a black bowl with cream and herb garnish
5 from 58 votes

Roasted Kabocha Squash Soup | Vegan Pumpkin Soup

This roasted kabocha squash soup, aka vegan Japanese pumpkin soup, is creamy, nutty, and healthy! Made with coconut milk and vegetable stock, this roasted kabocha squash soup is vegan, low carb & gluten free!
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kabocha squash fries in a white bowl with ketchup and condiments
5 from 48 votes

Kabocha Squash Fries

These crispy, healthy kabocha squash fries are the perfect low carb & keto friendly snack! These kabocha squash fries are thinly sliced & can be baked or fried! Serve along with your favorite condiment!
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Easy Baked Kabocha Pumpkin Donuts
kabocha pumpkin donuts with coffee
Easy Baked Kabocha Pumpkin Donuts
Tender and moist baked kabocha pumpkin donuts covered with cinnamon brown sugar or dipped in a maple butterscotch glaze! The perfect fall themed donut for a chilly day!
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kabocha squash mulitas

Kabocha Squash and Bacon Mulitas

These Kabocha Squash and Bacon Mulitas are filled with kabocha squash puree, caramelized onion, bacon, mozzarella cheese and cotija cheese! So many layers of flavor!
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kabocha pumpkin shaped bread

Kabocha Shaped Pumpkin Bread

This kabocha bread is made from sweet kabocha anko paste wrapped with Japanese soft milk bread and shaped like a kabocha squash. A great snack to share at a Halloween party!
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kabocha squash fritters

Kabocha Squash Fritters

Make these delicious Filipino style kabocha squash fritters for a crispy, flavorful twist on the kabocha squash! Thinly sliced kabocha squash is mixed with a light batter and fried until golden brown!
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kabocha squash chili

Kabocha Two Bean Chili

A comforting, cozy Kabocha Two Bean Chili simmered in a chipotle and poblano base with fire roasted tomatoes and warming spices. Guaranteed to warm you up on those chilly days!
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instant pot kabocha squash rice

Instant Pot Kabocha Squash Rice

It takes only 5 minutes to prep this perfect bowl of Instant Pot kabocha squash rice. Simple, delicious and healthy! The perfect side to any meal. Try it today!
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stewed vietnamese kabocha squash

Simple Vietnamese Stewed Squash

Simple Vietnamese stewed squash is a delicious side dish! Kabocha pumpkin gets an Asian twist in this simple Vietnamese preparation. Try this simple, comforting dish today!
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kabocha squash hummus

Roasted Kabocha Squash Hummus

This Roasted Kabocha Squash Hummus is topped with Middle Eastern spiced ground lamb and a lemon parsley sauce for the perfect crowd-pleasing appetizer!
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Hi there! I’m Jamie, enthusiastic eater and determined cook! I make is quick and easy recipes that still look amazing and taste delicious. Most of my recipes are perfect for weeknight meals as they're simple and easy to follow.

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9 Comments

  1. Karen says:

    So many delicious options in here – I have tried all of them now, and I can honestly say that the family love them all!

  2. Hanna says:

    So many delicious recipes to try! I have tried a couple of these already, and will be back to try the rest soon! Saving!!

    1. Jamie says:

      Thanks for giving them a try Hanna! 🙂

  3. Lizet Bowen says:

    All these recipes sound amazing! I’m going to be on the lookout for kabocha next time I go shopping.

  4. Sophie says:

    This list of recipes look incredibly delicious. Thanks for taking time to compile this.

  5. Michelle says:

    Wow, so many great recipes in this round-up. And perfect timing too, can’t wait to make those fries and that soup! Fab round-up thanks for sharing it.

  6. Danielle Wolter says:

    These all look so incredible – I definitely have to try those fries! Great collection of recipes.

  7. Romina says:

    Thank you for this! They all look great and perfect for the colder months!

  8. Tisha says:

    All of these kabocha squash recipes sounds incredible! Can’t wait to try some