https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mS3WNRPFC8M
I used Kanten (agar agar powder) to firm up the Kabocha (Japanese Squash). Kanten contains a lot of fiber. It cleanses your digestive tract and cures constipation. Good for your health!
Kanten (agar agar powder) is a coagulant extracted from a seaweed called Tengusa. It is different from gelatin that you have to boil it until the boiling point, or it won't firm up!
FYI:
Kanten (Agar Agar Powder)
http://astore.amazon.co.jp/shopping072-22/detail/B003Q46ZE2
Wasabi
http://astore.amazon.co.jp/shopping072-22/detail/B00Z5XE35U
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Kabocha (Japanese Squash) Sashimi
Difficulty: Easy
Time: 20min + 60min cooling time
Number of servings: 4
Necessary Equipment:
mesh strainer
Ingredients:
400g (14oz.) Kabocha (Japanese Squash)
200ml soy milk (you can use milk)
4g (2 tsp.) Kanten powder (agar-agar powder)
soy sauce
Wasabi
Directions:
1. Scoop out the seeds of Kabocha and microwave on medium (500W) for 3 minutes to make it easy to cut.
2. Cut Kabocha into large chunks and remove the skin. Place them in a microwavable dish, cover with plastic wrap, and microwave on medium (500w) for 5 minutes until tender (cooked through).
3. Mash Kabocha using a fork while they are hot. Then push through the mesh strainer to strain.
4. Put soy milk and Kanten in a pot, then mix well. Bring to a boil and simmer for 2~3 minutes, mixing constantly. *Please watch carefully and turn down the heat a little bit if it starts to dry out.
5. Immediately, add the Kanten mixture into the mashed Kabocha and mix well.
6. Pour the mixture into a square container and cool in the fridge for about and hour to set.
7. Slice and serve with soy sauce and Wasabi if you like.
レシピ (日本語)
http://cooklabo.blogspot.jp/2011/08/blog-post_05.html
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