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Bengali Spiced Squash Recipe

Experience a burst of flavor with this aromatic Bengali Spiced Squash recipe! Inspired by a delicious magazine (November 2004), this roasted squash dish is incredibly flavorful and easy to make. Perfectly spiced and tender, it's a fantastic side dish or a light vegetarian meal. The original recipe was paired with roasted ginger chicken, but this squash steals the show! Imagine the warm spices, the perfectly roasted squash, and the satisfying crunch. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this unforgettable taste of Bengal!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 103.8 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 5.0 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Bengali Spiced Squash

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How to Make Bengali Spiced Squash

  1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F/Gas Mark 6).
  2. Cut one medium kabocha or butternut squash into 8-10 long wedges. Peel, remove seeds, and stringy fibers.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons of sunflower oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.
  4. Add 1 medium onion (chopped), 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1-2 red chilies (finely chopped), and 1 inch ginger (grated) to the pan. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onions soften.
  5. Stir in 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander, 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste), and 1/4 teaspoon garam masala. Cook for 30 seconds.
  6. Add the squash wedges to the pan and toss to coat evenly with the spice mixture.
  7. Transfer the squash to a roasting tin. Roast for 35-40 minutes, or until tender and lightly browned.
  8. Serve hot as a side dish with roasted chicken (optional) and a refreshing mint raita (yogurt with chopped fresh mint).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

17g

Fat

4g

Carbs

3g

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