By Bhavana Verma
December 20th, 2023
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Winter squash, such as butternut, acorn, and kabocha, known for their thick, hard skin and sweet, dense flesh. They are a versatile ingredient used in various winter delicacies worldwide. Here are the 7 interesting winter squash varieties that are good winter meal additions.
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Acorn squash is characterised by its small size, distinctive acorn-like shape, and sweet, nutty flavour when cooked. It is used in making various delectable dishes such as stuffed and roasted acorn squash which is a part of winter festive dishes in America.
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Butternut squash is known for its bell-like shape, smooth tan skin, and vibrant orange flesh, offering a sweet and nutty flavour when cooked. Some popular dishes made out of butternut squash are Butternut Squash Pie, Mashed Butternut Squash, and Butternut Squash Risotto.
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Spaghetti squash is a winter squash variety that, when cooked, yields strands of mild-tasting, spaghetti-like strands, making it a popular low-carb alternative to pasta.
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Pumpkin is a widely used squash in Indian households which is often used in a variety of culinary applications, from pies to soups.
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Lauki, also known as bottle gourd, is a winter squash which is commonly used in various culinary dishes and known for its high water content.
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Sweet Dumpling Squash is a small, round winter squash with cream-coloured skin, green stripes, and sweet, tender flesh, often enjoyed roasted or baked.
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Blue Hubbard Squash is a unique, large, teardrop-shaped winter squash with a thick, blue-grey skin and sweet, fine-textured orange flesh, commonly used as an addition to quinoa puddings or rice dishes.
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