Kabocha Squash vs Acorn Squash
A side-by-side guide to substituting Acorn Squash for Kabocha Squash (or vice versa).
Use 1.1 lb of Acorn Squash for every 1 lb of Kabocha Squash.
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Acorn Squash
Conversion: Use 1.1× as much (1.1 lb per 1 lb)
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Notes: Slightly wetter and less sweet; use 10% more. Better for roasting than purées; flavor is more subtle.
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Slightly wetter and less sweet; use 10% more. Better for roasting than purées; flavor is more subtle. The conversion is use 1.1× as much (1.1 lb per 1 lb).
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Yes — Slightly wetter and less sweet; use 10% more. Better for roasting than purées; flavor is more subtle. Ratio: Use 1.1× as much (1.1 lb per 1 lb).
Use 1.1× as much (1.1 lb per 1 lb). For other quantities, use the SubSwap calculator.
They are similar in most uses, but Slightly wetter and less sweet; use 10% more..
Acorn Squash is one of the options SubSwap lists for Kabocha Squash. The 'best' choice depends on your recipe — see the full list of Kabocha Squash substitutes.
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