Abobora Cabocla

Name: Abobora Cabocla
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Brazilian
Ingredients: 2 lbs kabocha squash, cubed; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 yellow onion, diced; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 cup water; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1/4 cup scallions, chopped

A traditional Brazilian side dish of tender kabocha squash braised with garlic, onions, and fresh herbs.

35 minEasyServes 4110 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 lbs kabocha squash, cubed
2 tbsp olive oil
1 yellow onion, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup water
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 cup scallions, chopped

Instructions

1

Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
2

Add 1 diced yellow onion and 4 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 3 to 4 minutes until soft and translucent.
3

Stir in 2 lbs cubed kabocha squash, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until well coated.
4

Pour in 1/2 cup water, cover with a lid, and simmer over medium-low heat for 12 to 15 minutes until tender.
5

Remove from heat and garnish with 1/4 cup chopped scallions before serving.

Questions

How long does Abobora Cabocla keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

Can I halve or double Abobora Cabocla?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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