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Opo Squash

Lagenaria siceraria (bottle gourd) Allergen-Free
Opo Squash

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Cucurbitaceae
  • Primary Cuisine East Asian|South Asian
  • Seasonality Summer|Fall
  • Source Opo Squash plant

O Que É Opo Squash?

A long, light-green edible gourd with a mild flavor and firm, spongy white flesh, commonly used in Asian and Indian cuisines.

Qual o Sabor de Opo Squash?

Opo Squash tem um sabor mild, slightly sweet com aromas de fresh, green.

Taste
Mild, Slightly Sweet
Texture
Firm, Slightly Spongy, Crisp (when raw)
Aroma
Fresh, Green
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Informação Nutricional

Per 85g
Calories15 kcal
Total Fat0.1 g
Saturated Fat0 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein0.6 g
Total Carbohydrate3.4 g
Dietary Fiber0.5 g
Total Sugars2.1 g
Calcium15 mg
Iron0.2 mg
Potassium150 mg

Segredo do Chef

Peel opo squash before cooking, as the skin can be tough. Its high water content makes it excellent for absorbing flavors in braises and curries.

Substitutos e Proporções de Opo Squash

O melhor substituto para Opo Squash é Zucchini, usado na proporção de 1:1. Similar mild flavor and texture, good for stir-fries and curries.

Substitutos para Opo Squash com proporções
Substituto Proporção Melhor para
Zucchini Melhor 1:1 Similar mild flavor and texture, good for stir-fries and curries.
Chayote 1:1 Offers a similar firm texture and subtle flavor, suitable for stews and braising.
Yellow Squash 1:1 A good alternative for a slightly sweeter, softer texture in cooked dishes.
Cucumber (cooked) 1:1 For a very mild flavor and high water content, suitable for Asian-style dishes.

Como Escolher e Armazenar Opo Squash

  1. Choose firm, blemish-free squash that feels heavy for its size.
  2. Avoid soft spots or discoloration.

O Que Combina Bem Com Opo Squash?

  • Garlic
  • ginger
  • chilies
  • coconut milk
  • lentils
  • shrimp
  • chicken
  • turmeric
  • cumin.

Perguntas frequentes

Qual o sabor de Opo Squash?

Mild|Slightly Sweet Fresh|Green

Qual é um bom substituto para Opo Squash?

O melhor substituto é Zucchini (1:1). Similar mild flavor and texture, good for stir-fries and curries.

Como escolher e armazenar Opo Squash?

Choose firm, blemish-free squash that feels heavy for its size. Avoid soft spots or discoloration.

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