WINTER SQUASH PUREE WITH TAHINI
This popular appetizer from the Middle East is a sort of sweet-tasting hummus, in which winter squash substitutes for chickpeas. This recipe is an adaptation of one by the cookbook author Clifford A. Wright.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories side dish
Time 1h
Yield About 3 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Cover a baking sheet with foil and brush lightly with olive oil. If using butternut squash, cut the squash in half, scoop out the seeds and stringy membranes, and lay cut-side down on the foil-covered baking sheet. If using a thick slice of squash, scrape off any membranes. Bake 45 minutes to one hour, or until very soft. A knife should cut through it without resistance, and the skin should be wrinkled. Remove from the heat and allow to cool, then peel and transfer to a food processor fitted with the steel blade. Add the tahini, and puree until smooth and creamy.
- Combine the garlic and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a mortar and pestle, and mash to a paste. Add to the food processor along with the lemon juice and cumin, and blend together. Add salt to taste.
- Mound the puree in a wide bowl or on a plate. Drizzle a little olive oil over the top, and garnish with pomegranate seeds. Serve with warm pita bread.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 169, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 491 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams
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Khosoo Huyag
[email protected]This puree is a delicious and healthy side dish. It's perfect for a weeknight meal.
Hayley tlcsvcd
[email protected]This puree is a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables. It's sweet and creamy, and they'll love it.
Amirkhan Amir
[email protected]I'm always looking for new ways to cook squash, and this puree is a great option. It's easy to make and it's delicious.
Smith Andrew
[email protected]This puree is perfect for fall. It's warm and comforting, and the flavors are spot-on.
Babar Baid
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of squash, but I actually enjoyed this puree. The tahini really helped to balance out the sweetness of the squash.
Ozorokonkwo Amarachi
[email protected]This puree is a great way to use up leftover squash. It's also a healthy and delicious snack or side dish.
Danaye Virgo
[email protected]I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I added some extra spices and herbs to give it more flavor.
Amada Daniel
[email protected]This puree was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with less sugar.
Jason Blancas
[email protected]Yum! This puree is so creamy and flavorful. I love the hint of sweetness from the squash and the nuttiness from the tahini. It's a great side dish or appetizer.
Sk. Rubel khan
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the puree turned out great! I love the combination of squash and tahini. It's a unique and delicious dish that I'll definitely be making again.
shikarchi salarzai
[email protected]I made this puree for a dinner party last night and it was a hit! Everyone loved the creamy texture and the subtle sweetness of the squash. The tahini added a nice touch of nuttiness and complexity. I will definitely be making this again.
Grace Almond
[email protected]This winter squash puree with tahini was a delightful dish! The combination of flavors was unique and satisfying. The puree was smooth and creamy, and the tahini added a nutty richness that complemented the sweetness of the squash. I served it with r