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Description/Taste
Red Kuri squash is small to medium in size, averaging eighteen centimeters in diameter and 3-7 pounds, and has a pear or teardrop-like shape with a thick, rough, light-brown stem. The skin is smooth, firm, and thin with a vibrant red-orange hue and faint light orange to tan vertical ridging. The flesh is dense, thick, dry, and gold to yellow, and encases a large central cavity with stringy pulp and many flat, cream-colored seeds. When cooked, Red Kuri squash has a smooth and tender texture with a sweet, nutty flavor reminiscent of chestnuts.
Seasons/Availability
Red Kuri squash is available from early fall into mid-winter.
Current Facts
Red Kuri squash, botanically classified as Cucurbita maxima, is a member of the Cucurbitaceae family along with pumpkins and gourds. Also known as Climbing Onion squash, Hokkaido squash, Baby Red hubbard, Uchiki Kuri squash in Japan, and Potimarron squash in France, Red Kuri squash is well-adapted to many climates across the world and is valued for its unusual shape, bright color, and sweet, nutty flavor. The word “kuri” translates to chestnut in Japanese and this describes the main flavor profile of the squash. Red Kuri squash is extremely popular in Japan, and the majority of the squash grown in California and New Zealand is exported to meet the market demand in Japan.
Nutritional Value
Red Kuri squash is a good source of vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium, potassium, and iron.
Applications
Red Kuri squash is best suited for cooked applications such as roasting, boiling, baking, and sautéing. The hard-skinned squash can be difficult to peel and is most easily cooked with the skin on, and when cooked, the skin is tender enough to consume. Red Kuri squash can be added to soups, risotto, stews, and curries, grated and baked into gratins or casseroles, and is ideally sized to be halved, hollowed, stuffed, and baked. Pureed squash can also be used in sweet preparations such as bread pudding, pies, bread, muffins, and tarts. Red Kuri squash pairs well with onion, bay leaf, fresh herbs, leeks, dried cranberries, white beans, mustard greens, maple syrup, curry powder, roasted fennel, pecans, cinnamon, nutmeg, goat cheese, parmesan cheese, and olive oil. It will keep 3-6 months when stored whole in a cool and dry place.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
The Red Kuri squash is known by many different names around the world. In France, the Red Kuri squash is known as Potimarron which is a combination of the French words potiron, meaning pumpkin, and marron, meaning chestnut which is a nod to the squash’s chestnut-like flavor. In Germany, the Red Kuri is known as Hokkaido, a name given after the Japanese island where the Kuri was first developed. Prior to the arrival of the Red Kuri squash in Germany, winter squash was relatively unknown in German cookery, but since its introduction, winter squash has become an important part of the culinary culture.
Geography/History
Red Kuri squash was created using a hubbard squash which was introduced to Japan in 1878, recently after Japan opened to international trade. The Red Kuri was developed on the island of Hokkaido and was bred to be smaller, thinner skinned, and have a nuttier flavor. Today Red Kuri squash can be found at farmers markets, specialty grocers, and through online seed catalogs in Asia, Europe, New Zealand, and the United States.
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Tokyo Fish Market
Near Albany, California, United StatesAbout 14 days ago, 8/03/19 
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Ballard Farmer's Market
One Leaf Farm
Near Seattle, Washington, United States10801 Elliot Rd, Snohomish 98296 206-366-5439 About 202 days ago, 1/27/19 Sharer's comments : Hard Red Kuri Squash spotted at Ballard Farmer's Market. Awesome in breads, and pies... but i think I'll make a curried squash soup tonight ;) 
West Seattle Farmers Market
Whistling Train Farm
Near Seattle, Washington, United States27127 78th Ave S, Kent 98032 253-859-5197 About 244 days ago, 12/16/18 Sharer's comments : Hard Red Kuri Squash spotted at West Seattle Farmers Market. Colorful and delicious ;) 
Virginia Park Farmer's Market
Tamai Family Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United Stateshttp://www.tamaifamilyfarms.com About 287 days ago, 11/03/18 Sharer's comments : Hard Red Kuri Squash spotted at Virginia Park Farmer's Market. 
Mount Royal Fine Foods
Near Duluth, Minnesota, United StatesAbout 292 days ago, 10/29/18 Sharer's comments : Hard Red Kuri Squash spotted at Mount Royal Fine Foods. 
Queen Anne Farmers Market
Tonnaker Family Orchard
Near Seattle, Washington, United States16215 140th Place NE, Woodinville 98072 206901565 About 310 days ago, 10/11/18 Sharer's comments : Hard Red Kuri Squash spotted at Queen Anne Farmers Market. Roasted with a little butter and brown sugar is a perfect Fall day treat! 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Barbara
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesTutti Frutti Farm 1-805-218-6122 About 332 days ago, 9/19/18 Sharer's comments : Hard Red Kuri Squash spotted at Santa Monica Farmers Market. Tutti Frutti 
Whole Foods Market
Whole Foods Market - Interbay
Near Seattle, Washington, United States2001 15th Avenue W, Seattle 98119 206-352-5440 About 644 days ago, 11/11/17 Sharer's comments : Hard Red Kuri Squash spotted at Whole Foods Market. Local Organic Red Kuri Squash is delicious and tender roasted; ;) 
Viktualienmarkt
Near Munich, Bavaria, GermanyAbout 668 days ago, 10/19/17 Sharer's comments : Hard Red Kuri Squash spotted at Viktualienmarkt. Ocean Beach People's Organic Food Market Near Coronado, California, United States About 674 days ago, 10/12/17 Sharer's comments : Hard Red Kuri Squash spotted at Ocean Beach People's Organic Food Market. Santa Monica Farmers Market Near Santa Monica, California, United States About 682 days ago, 10/04/17 Sharer's comments : Hard Red Kuri Squash spotted at Santa Monica Farmers Market. 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Arturo Reyes
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesMcGrath Family Farm 1012 W Ventura Blvd, Camarillo 93010 805-732-4718 About 724 days ago, 8/23/17 Sharer's comments : Hard Red Kuri Squash spotted at Santa Monica Farmers Market. |
