{"product_id":"pumpkin-squash","title":"Chinese Pumpkin Squash","description":"\u003ch2\u003eChina Pumpkin Squash\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChina Mini Pumpkin is a small yellow pumpkin with naturally sweet, soft and fluffy flesh when cooked. Also known as small pumpkin, yellow pumpkin, Chinese pumpkin, squash, nan gua or 南瓜, it is a useful everyday ingredient for steaming, roasting, Chinese pumpkin soup, pumpkin stir fry, porridge, curry, baking and homemade pumpkin puree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared with larger pumpkins, mini pumpkins are easier to handle, cut and cook at home. The flesh becomes tender after cooking and works well in both savoury dishes and lightly sweet recipes. It is a practical choice for customers looking for pumpkin in Singapore, small pumpkins for cooking, pumpkin puree Singapore, Chinese pumpkin soup ingredients or a simple squash vegetable for family meals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePumpkin Quick Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; height: 254.719px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 15.9686%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 81.6009%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eChina Pumpkin Squash\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 15.9686%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso Known As\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 81.6009%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003eSmall pumpkin, yellow pumpkin, Chinese pumpkin, pumpkin squash, squash, nan gua, 南瓜\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 15.9686%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 81.6009%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eChina\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 15.9686%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 81.6009%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003eSmall pumpkin with yellow to orange-yellow skin and firm flesh, depending on batch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 15.9686%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 81.6009%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eMildly sweet, earthy and comforting after cooking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 15.9686%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 81.6009%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eFirm when raw; soft, fluffy and tender when steamed, roasted or braised\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 58.7812px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 15.9686%; height: 58.7812px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 81.6009%; height: 58.7812px;\"\u003eChinese pumpkin soup, steamed pumpkin, pumpkin stir fry, roasted pumpkin, pumpkin puree, porridge, curry, bakes and simple home cooking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 15.9686%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 81.6009%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003eStore whole pumpkin in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Once cut, keep refrigerated and use soon.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTaste and Texture\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChina Mini Pumpkin has a gentle natural sweetness with a soft, slightly fluffy texture after cooking. The flavour is similar to many seasonal squashes, making it easy to use in both Chinese-style dishes and Western-style pumpkin recipes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen steamed, the flesh turns soft and clean-tasting. When roasted, it becomes sweeter and more aromatic with lightly caramelised edges. When braised or added into soup, it softens into the broth and gives the dish a warm, naturally sweet flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall yellow pumpkin from China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlso known as nan gua or 南瓜\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood for Chinese pumpkin soup and home-style stir fry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for steaming, roasting, baking, braising and pureeing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUseful for pumpkin puree, porridge, curry and vegetable dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to portion compared with larger pumpkins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e China. Product photos are for reference only. Please contact SKC Fruits if you need to confirm the latest batch, size, packaging or stock before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIs Pumpkin a Fruit or Vegetable?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePumpkin is botanically a fruit because it develops from the flower of the plant and contains seeds. In everyday cooking, pumpkin is usually treated as a vegetable or squash because it is commonly used in soups, stir-fries, roasted dishes, curries and savoury meals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is why pumpkin may be described in different ways, including fruit, squash, gourd, winter squash or vegetable. For cooking purposes, China Mini Pumpkin can be used like a squash vegetable in many home recipes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Cook Mini Pumpkin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWash the pumpkin skin before cutting. Remove the stem, seeds and stringy centre if needed, then cut the pumpkin into wedges, cubes or slices depending on the recipe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteamed pumpkin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut into pieces and steam until fork-tender. Most pieces take around 15 to 20 minutes, depending on thickness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChinese pumpkin soup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add pumpkin pieces to pork rib soup, chicken soup, vegetable soup, dried scallop soup or simple Chinese-style broth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePumpkin stir fry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slice or cube the pumpkin and cook with garlic, dried shrimp, mushrooms, minced meat or other vegetables.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoasted pumpkin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut into wedges or cubes, season lightly and roast until soft with caramelised edges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePumpkin puree:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steam or roast until soft, then mash or blend into a smooth puree for soups, sauces, baby food, bakes or desserts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePumpkin porridge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add small cubes into rice porridge or congee and cook until soft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePumpkin curry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Simmer with curry, coconut milk or vegetables until tender.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChinese Pumpkin Soup Ideas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMini pumpkin is a good choice for Chinese pumpkin soup because it softens well and adds natural sweetness to the broth. It can be cooked with pork ribs, chicken, dried scallops, red dates, corn, carrots, mushrooms or other vegetables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a thicker pumpkin soup Chinese style, steam or boil the pumpkin until soft, then mash part of the flesh back into the soup. For a clearer broth, keep the pumpkin in larger pieces and simmer gently until tender.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePumpkin Puree Singapore\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor homemade pumpkin puree, steam or roast the pumpkin until fully soft, then mash or blend the flesh until smooth. Plain pumpkin puree can be used for pumpkin soup, sauces, bakes, pancakes, muffins, pumpkin bread, croquettes, desserts and baby-friendly food preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf making puree, avoid adding salt, sugar, butter or seasoning until you know how the puree will be used. Plain puree is more flexible for both savoury and sweet recipes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePumpkin Seeds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe seeds inside fresh pumpkin can be removed before cooking the flesh. If you want to prepare pumpkin seeds at home, separate them from the stringy centre, rinse well, dry thoroughly and roast until crisp. Season only after roasting if desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor pet feeding, do not use seasoned, salted, sweetened or oily pumpkin seeds. If unsure, keep pumpkin seeds for human cooking only and check with a vet before sharing with pets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNutrition Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePumpkin can be enjoyed as part of a balanced diet. It contains naturally occurring dietary fibre, beta-carotene, vitamin C, potassium and other plant nutrients. Exact nutritional content of pumpkin can vary depending on variety, maturity, cooking method and serving size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlain steamed or roasted pumpkin is different from pumpkin cooked with butter, sugar, cream, oil, syrup or rich sauces. If you are watching calories or planning meals carefully, consider the full recipe and portion size, not just the pumpkin itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNutrition Topic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral Food Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalories\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePumpkin is generally lighter than many starchier root vegetables, but values vary by variety and cooking method.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarbohydrates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNaturally present as starches and natural sugars.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDietary Fibre\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNaturally present in pumpkin flesh.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeta-Carotene\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrange and yellow pumpkin flesh naturally contains beta-carotene, a plant pigment.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNaturally present in pumpkin, with amount varying by freshness and cooking method.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePotassium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNaturally present in pumpkin.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCan Dogs Eat Pumpkin?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDogs may eat small portions of plain cooked pumpkin, but it should be served without salt, sugar, oil, butter, garlic, onion, spices or seasoning. Remove the stem, tough skin, seeds and stringy centre before serving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not feed dogs pumpkin pie filling, mouldy pumpkin, carved pumpkin decorations or pumpkin cooked with rich seasoning. If your dog has a sensitive stomach, health condition or special diet, check with a vet before feeding pumpkin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Choose Mini Pumpkin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose mini pumpkins that feel firm and heavy for their size. The skin should look reasonably clean and intact, without large soft spots, wet patches, mould or strong sour smell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose firm pumpkins with intact skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid pumpkins that are leaking, mouldy or badly soft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse cut pumpkin sooner than whole pumpkin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose similar-sized pieces if cooking evenly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash the outside before cutting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage and Handling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore whole China Mini Pumpkin in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place away from direct sunlight. Avoid damp areas, as excess moisture can encourage spoilage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce cut, wrap the pumpkin or place it in an airtight container and keep it in the fridge. Use cut pumpkin within about 3 to 4 days for best freshness. 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