Roasted Acorn Squash with Sriracha Butter

Roasted Acorn Squash with Sriracha Butter
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    35 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    50 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    18

Earthy acorn squash transforms into a delectable treat when roasted to caramelized perfection and drizzled with a vibrant, sweet-and-spicy Sriracha butter. A simple yet sophisticated dish that elevates the humble squash to gourmet status.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    16 g
  • Cholesterol
    31 mg
  • Fiber
    2 g
  • Protein
    1 g
  • Saturated Fat
    8 g
  • Sodium
    403 mg
  • Fat
    15 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup. (5 minutes)

02

Step

Carefully halve the acorn squash lengthwise. Using a spoon, scoop out and discard the seeds and stringy fibers. Cut each half into 4 wedges. (10 minutes)

03

Step

In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, melt the butter. Once melted, whisk in the Sriracha sauce and honey until well combined. Keep warm over very low heat or remove from heat until ready to use. (5 minutes)

04

Step

Brush the squash wedges generously with olive oil and season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. Arrange the wedges on the prepared baking sheet, placing them on their sides. (5 minutes)

05

Step

Roast for 20 minutes, then flip the wedges over. Continue roasting until the squash is tender and the edges are beautifully caramelized, approximately 15-20 minutes more. (40 minutes)

06

Step

Arrange the roasted squash wedges on a serving platter. Drizzle generously with the warm Sriracha butter. Serve immediately and enjoy the symphony of flavors!

For an extra layer of flavor, try adding a pinch of smoked paprika to the Sriracha butter.
If you prefer a less spicy butter, start with 1 tablespoon of Sriracha and adjust to your liking.
To easily cut the squash, microwave it for 2-3 minutes to soften the skin slightly.
Leftover roasted squash can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Buford Wiegand

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 5.0/ 5 ( 6 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (6)
  • Trystan Emmerich

    So easy to make and the perfect balance of sweet and spicy. My family loved it!

  • Dolores Armstrong

    I added a little lime juice to the butter and it was fantastic!

  • Esmeralda Miller

    The cooking time was spot-on. The squash was perfectly tender and caramelized.

  • Maxime Reynolds

    This recipe is a game changer! I never liked squash much before, but the Sriracha butter is amazing.

  • William Willms

    Next time I will double the Sriracha butter. It's that good!

  • Daron Zboncak

    I used coconut sugar instead of honey and it was delicious. Great recipe!

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