Definition: Calabaza, is a type of squash popular throughout the Caribbean. It is round and can range in color from green to tan to orange; the flesh is orange.
Calabaza is sold in pre-cut chunks in Latin markets. When purchasing look for fresh, moist, tightly grained flesh with no signs of spoilage. Whole calabazas should be unblemished and heavy for their size with the stem still attached.
A whole calabaza will store well up to 6 weeks. Pre-cut calabaza will store up to 1 week if it is tightly wrapped and refrigerated.
Also Known As: West Indian pumpkin
Alternate Spellings: Calabasa
