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Kabocha

Kabocha

What is Kabocha?

Kabocha also called Japanese pumpkin is a type of winter squash. [1]



History

Portuguese sailors introduced kabocha to Japan in 1541, bringing it with them from Cambodia. The Portuguese name for the squash, Camboja abobora, was shortened by the Japanese to kabocha. [1]

Other Ingredient Information

Products containing Kabocha


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Source(s) Derived From

 Plant Sources

Kabocha is a Japanese variety of the species Cucurbita maxima. [1]

Natural or Artificial?

 Natural

References
  1. Kabocha - Wikipedia
  2. Photo - Wikipedia

Aliases (Also Known As)


 Kabocha Squash

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Revision History

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Ingredient addedUPC Food SearchJuly 24, 2024 @ 5:13 PM

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