Japanese Roasted Kabocha Squash

Name: Japanese Roasted Kabocha Squash
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients: 1¾ lb kabocha squash; 2 Tbsp neutral oil ((or extra virgin olive oil)); ½ tsp Diamond Crystal kosher salt; ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper; ½ tsp shichimi togarashi (Japanese seven spice) ((gives a spicy kick)); 2 tsp soy sauce ((use GF soy sauce for gluten free)); ½ tsp sugar

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:20min

Looking for a quick and delicious way to enjoy kabocha squash? Try this Japanese-style Roasted Kabocha Squash that's thinly sliced and oven-baked until slightly charred and fork-tender. I'll show you how to flavor it with either shichimi togarashi spice blend or sweetened soy sauce. These classic Japanese seasonings enhance the natural sweetness and beautiful flavor of the kabocha.

Updated at: Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:37:10 GMT