Makes 4-6 first course servings or side dishes .
Among the winter squashes, Kabocha has become one of my favorites to begin a meal or as a side dish. The skin is edible and the texture is rich in flavor. It is full of vitamins such as Iron, Vitamin C and Carotene.
INGREDIENTS:
1 small Kabocha squash, about 1 ½ pounds
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus 1 tablespoon for greasing the foil
1 teaspoon low sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon light brown sugar
½ teaspoon cinnamon
PREPARATION:
Rinse the squash and pat dry. Place in the microwave for about 4 minutes (this softens the skin making it easier to slice). Cut the squash in half lengthwise, and scoop out the seeds and fibrous strings. Cut into 1 inch wedges.
Preheat the oven to 400F.
Line a large baking sheet with foil and brush the foil with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
In a small dish combine the olive oil, soy sauce, sesame oil and cinnamon.
Spread the wedges on the baking sheet.
Brush with the mixture.
Bake for 20 minutes. The squash should be tender.
