[Easy Microwave Cooking] Halloween Kabocha Squash Chakin

1. 1

   Cut the kabocha squash into bite sized pieces, cover with plastic wrap and microwave until tender.

2. 2

   In our microwave, it takes a bit less than 5 minutes at 700W.

3. 3

   Divide the kabocha squash into the peel and the flesh while still hot.

4. 4

   Mash the flesh well using a grinding bowl and pestle.

5. 5

   (You can leave some little lumps for texture.)

6. 6

   Mix in the sugar, butter and milk while it's still hot.

7. 7

   Form into little chakin or little balls, and theyr'e done.

8. 8

   The caps are made out of the peel, cut into circles with kitchen scissors.

9. 9

   The eyes and mouth are cut out of nori seaweed.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.