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Simmered Butternut Squash and Green Beans
Description:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Simmered Butternut Squash and Green Beans recipe, where the sweetness of butternut squash melds perfectly with the crispness of green beans in a savory broth, creating a dish that’s both comforting and satisfying.
Recipe Category: Vegetable
Keywords: Japanese, Asian, < 60 Mins, Canning
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups dashi (Japanese soup stock)
- 2 tablespoons tamari (or soy sauce)
- 1 tablespoon sake
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups diced butternut squash
- 3/4 cup water
- 1/4 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1/3 cup cornstarch (mixed with water to form a slurry)
- 2 cups fresh green beans, trimmed
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 94
- Fat Content: 0.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 2944.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 19.1g
- Fiber Content: 3.4g
- Sugar Content: 6.1g
- Protein Content: 6.8g
Recipe Yield: 4 servings
Instructions:
| Step | Instructions |
|---|---|
| 1 | In a saucepan, bring 1 cup of dashi, 1 tablespoon of tamari, sake, 1 teaspoon of honey, and grated ginger to a simmer over medium heat. |
| 2 | Add the diced butternut squash to the simmering broth and cook for 8 minutes until the squash is tender. Use a slotted spoon to remove the cooked squash from the broth and set aside. |
| 3 | Pour the remaining dashi into the saucepan with the broth. Stir in the salt and remaining 1/2 teaspoon of honey. Return the broth to a simmer. |
| 4 | Add the trimmed green beans to the simmering broth. Cover and cook until the beans are barely tender, about 5-7 minutes. |
| 5 | Once the green beans are cooked, remove them from the broth and set aside with the cooked squash. |
| 6 | Taste the broth and adjust the seasoning if needed by adding more tamari or honey, keeping in mind the sweetness level. |
| 7 | Stir the cornstarch slurry into the broth to thicken it. Continue stirring until the broth thickens to your desired consistency. |
| 8 | Gently return the cooked butternut squash and green beans to the thickened broth. Stir gently to combine and coat the vegetables with the sauce. |
| 9 | Allow the dish to simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat everything through. |
| 10 | Once heated through, remove the saucepan from the heat. Serve the simmered butternut squash and green beans hot as a delicious side dish or over steamed rice as a main course. Enjoy! |
This Simmered Butternut Squash and Green Beans recipe offers a wonderful balance of flavors and textures, making it a delightful addition to any meal. Whether you’re a fan of Japanese cuisine or simply looking for a tasty vegetable dish, this recipe is sure to impress with its simplicity and taste! 🍲🥢
