CALABAZA (CARIBBEAN PUMPKIN)

Calabaza, also known as West Indian pumpkin or Caribbean pumpkin, is a winter squash popular in Latin America, the Caribbean, and the Philippines. It has a hard, greenish-orange rind with bright orange flesh that is sweet, moist, and smooth when cooked. Calabaza is larger and often denser than other squash varieties, offering a rich flavor that makes it ideal for soups, stews, purees, and desserts like pumpkin pie.

Packed with beta-carotene, fiber, and vitamins A and C, Calabaza is both nutritious and flavorful. Its natural sweetness and creamy texture shine when roasted, steamed, or blended into hearty dishes.