FRIED WINTER SQUASH WITH MINT
In Sicily this dish, which I find to be irresistible as a side dish and a snack, is served both hot and at room temperature. If you make it for Thanksgiving and don't want to be in the kitchen frying squash at the last minute, opt for the room-temperature version. Or fry the squash ahead of time and warm in a low oven. The recipe works equally well with butternut and starchier squash like kabocha.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories side dish
Time 15m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat the oil over medium-high heat in a large heavy skillet, preferably cast iron. Add the garlic cloves and cook, stirring, until golden brown. Remove the garlic from the oil and discard.
- Cook the squash slices in the hot oil, adding only 1 layer of slices at a time to the pan. Cook for about 3 minutes, or until squash is lightly browned on the first side, and flip over using a spatula or tongs. Cook until squash is lightly browned on the other side and tender all the way through. Season to taste with salt and pepper and transfer first to paper towels to drain, then to a platter. Repeat until all of the squash is used up. Sprinkle with chopped fresh mint, garnish with whole mint leaves and pomegranate seeds, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 121, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 288 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams
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Lavern Phiri
[email protected]Thank you for sharing this recipe!
Imoro Futa
[email protected]I will definitely be making this dish again soon.
John Okpame
[email protected]This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
dupe adekunjo
[email protected]I would recommend this recipe to anyone who loves winter squash.
Muhammed Sohail
[email protected]This recipe is easy to follow and produces great results.
Ramiz Raja
[email protected]I love that this dish is healthy and delicious.
majed q
[email protected]This dish is a great combination of sweet and savory flavors.
Leon Lingthep
[email protected]I would definitely make this dish again. It's a great way to use up winter squash.
Lawrence Washington
[email protected]The mint added a nice refreshing touch to the dish.
Babirye Shakira
[email protected]The squash was perfectly cooked. It was tender but still had a little bit of bite to it.
Waqar ullah
[email protected]This was a quick and easy recipe to make. I had dinner on the table in under 30 minutes.
AliGul Mirani
[email protected]I made this dish for my family and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate it without complaint.
Danish Mehmood
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover winter squash. I had some roasted squash that I didn't know what to do with, and this recipe was the perfect solution.
Aakash Khan
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the squash turned out perfectly. I served it with a side of roasted vegetables and it was a delicious and healthy meal.
Shehzad Ahemad
[email protected]This dish was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone loved the combination of sweet and savory flavors. I will definitely be making this again.
Waleed Alkhalidi
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of winter squash, but this recipe changed my mind. The squash was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the mint added a nice pop of flavor.
Yajnaa Haridas
[email protected]This fried winter squash with mint was an absolute delight! The squash was perfectly tender and flavorful, and the mint added a refreshing touch. I will definitely be making this again.