Long Opo Chinese Squash | Exotic Fruit Box|UK Wide Delivery

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What is Opo Chinese Squash?

Long Opo Chinese Squash (Lagenaria siceraria) is a mild, tender, and versatile vegetable, commonly used in Asian, Indian, and Mediterranean cuisine. It belongs to the calabash family and is also known as Bottle Gourd, Cucuzza, Tasmania Bean, Snake Gourd, or Hulu in different regions.

✔ Size & Shape: Long, cylindrical squash, typically 25-40 cm in length.

✔ Colour & Texture: Pale green to chartreuse skin with a creamy white flesh and soft, edible seeds when young.

✔ Flavour Profile: Mild and slightly sweet, similar to courgette and cucumber.

✔ Peak Season: Available year-round, with peak harvests in spring and summer.

Why Choose Our Opo Squash?

✅ Freshly Harvested & Handpicked – Ensuring optimal texture and taste.

🥒 Versatile & Easy to Cook – Perfect for stir-fries, soups, curries, and roasts.

🌿 Rich in Fibre & Hydration – A low-calorie vegetable with high water content.

🌍 Sustainably Grown – Sourced from trusted UK and international farms.

📦 Available in Multiple Box Sizes – Order 500g, 2.5kg, 5kg, 10kg, or 15kg to suit your needs.

Health Benefits of Opo Squash

🌱 High in Fibre – Supports healthy digestion and gut health.

💧 Hydrating & Low in Calories – Great for weight management and hydration.

💪 Rich in Vitamin C & Zinc – Helps boost immunity and skin health.

🩸 May Help Regulate Blood Sugar – Traditionally used in herbal medicine for metabolic support.

⚠ Important Note: Avoid consuming bitter-tasting Opo squash, as it may contain harmful toxins.

How to Cook & Enjoy Opo Squash

Opo squash is a culinary staple in Asian, Middle Eastern, and Mediterranean cuisine. It absorbs flavours beautifully and can be cooked in various ways:

🥘 Stir-Fried & Sautéed – With garlic, ginger, soy sauce, or coconut milk.

🍲 Added to Soups & Stews – Enhances broths, curries, and hotpots.

🧑‍🍳 Stuffed & Baked – Hollow out and fill with spiced meats, rice, or vegetables.

🥒 Raw in Salads & Slaws – Thinly sliced or grated for a refreshing crunch.

🍛 Pureed for Sauces & Dips – Blends well into smooth soups and creamy sauces.

🥒 Use in Fritters & Breads – Grate into batters for a savoury twist.

How to Store Opo Squash?

✔ Refrigerated: Keeps fresh for up to 3 weeks in a dry, cool space.

✔ Frozen: Can be sliced and frozen for long-term use in cooking.

Where to Buy Fresh Opo Squash in the UK?

Opo Squash is a staple ingredient in many international cuisines but can be hard to find in mainstream UK supermarkets. It is commonly available at:

✔ Asian, Indian & International Grocery Stores
✔ Local Farmers’ Markets
✔ Online Exotic Fruit & Vegetable Retailers

📦 Order online today for fresh, high-quality Opo Squash delivered across the UK!