Sous Vide Kabocha with Cardamom Ricotta and Pomegranate
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Ingredients for 8
1 medium kabocha squash (about 4 pounds)
Kosher salt
15 ounces ricotta cheese
Zest of 1 orange
5 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
3/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
Pomegranate molasses
1 pomegranate, seeds removed and reserved
Directions
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Step 1
Set the Anova Sous Vide Precision Cooker to 185ºF (85ºC).
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Step 2
To make cutting up the kabocha easier, microwave the whole squash on high for 3 minutes.
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Step 3
Cut squash in half. Scoop out seeds and discard. Cut squash into wedges about 1 ½-inches thick. The skin is edible, so leave it on. You may want to trim off any unsightly bumps.
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Step 4
Season squash wedges with salt and divide between 2 large zipper lock or vacuum seal bags. Seal the bags using the water immersion technique or a vacuum sealer on the dry setting.
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Step 5
Place the bags in the water bath and set the timer for 1 1/2 hours.
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Step 6
Meanwhile, make the ricotta topping: In a small bowl, mix together ricotta, orange juice, orange zest, cardamom and a pinch of salt.
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Finishing Steps
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Step 0
When the timer goes off, remove the bags from the water bath and transfer squash to a serving platter.
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Step 1
Dollop each wedge with some of the ricotta mixture. Drizzle pomegranate molasses over the ricotta and top with the pomegranate seeds. Season with salt and serve.