Braised Squash with Garlic

cooked squash with garlic
Course: Main/Entree
MyPlate: Oil/Fat, Vegetables
Type: Recipes
Source: Healthy Living Hawaiʻi Recipes
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1 kabocha squash (1-1½ lbs)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp garlic, minced
  • cup water
  • cup chicken stock
  • ½ tsp salt, or to taste
  • ¼ tsp pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp parsley, minced

Instructions

  • Peel, seed, and chop squash into 1-inch cubes. Place olive oil in a large deep skillet and heat over medium high heat. Add squash and sauté till golden brown. Remove squash and drain oil from large pot leaving 1 tbsp.
  • Return pot to stove. Add garlic and sauté till fragrant. Add liquids, reserved squash and cover. Cook till most of water evaporates. Do not stir squash.
  • Season with salt, pepper, and parsley. Toss lightly then serve.
Nutrition Facts
Braised Squash with Garlic
Serving Size
 
0.5 cup
Amount per Serving
Calories
172
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
12
g
18
%
Saturated Fat
 
2
g
13
%
Cholesterol
 
0
mg
0
%
Sodium
 
514
mg
22
%
Potassium
 
787
mg
22
%
Carbohydrates
 
17
g
6
%
Fiber
 
5
g
21
%
Protein
 
2
g
4
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.