Delicata Squash with Miso-Maple Butter (Updated Recipe!)*
User Reviews
4.4
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
40 mins
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Total Time
50 mins
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Servings
4 side servings
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Cuisine
Asian, Vegetarian, gluten-free
Delicata Squash with Miso-Maple Butter (Updated Recipe!)*
Description
This recipe begins with delicata squash sliced into 3/4-inch thick pieces, coated in toasted sesame oil, and roasted until lightly golden. The squash slices are turned halfway through the initial 30-35 minute roast to ensure even cooking and caramelization. The miso-maple butter glaze, made by blending white miso paste, maple syrup, and softened butter, adds a balanced umami sweetness and richness.
After the initial roasting, the glaze is brushed onto one side of each squash piece, and the squash is roasted again, allowing the glaze to brown and develop a shiny, sticky coating. The garnishes of thinly sliced scallion and toasted sesame seeds provide subtle mild heat and toasty crunch, enhancing the overall dish presentation and flavor layering.
This dish yields a tender squash with a sweet and savory finish, making it suitable as a warm side or part of a vegetarian meal. The recipe notes adjusting slice thickness to prevent dryness, highlighting the importance of slice size for optimal texture. It can be served warm or at room temperature.
Ingredients
- 2 delicata squash halved lengthwise, seeded, and cut into 3/4-inch thick pieces*
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil toasted
- 1 tablespoon white miso preferably white (click here for Gluten Free miso options, shiro
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup honey and agave are fine substitutes
- 1 tablespoon butter room temperature, unsalted
- 1 scallion finely sliced, for garnish (optional)
- sesame seeds for garnish (optional, toasted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425ºF / 220ºC
- In a bowl, add the sliced squash and toss with sesame oil to coat. Spread the squash in a single layer on a parchment-lined or well-greased baking sheet and roast for 30-35 minutes, turning once halfway through, until lightly golden on both sides.
- In the meantime in a small bowl mix together the miso, maple syrup and butter.
- Brush one side of the roasted squash with the miso-butter mixture and roast for another 10 minutes until squash is glazed and brown (if you have any glaze left, you can drizzle it over the warm squash once it’s out of the oven). Remove to a platter and sprinkle with scallions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve warm or room temperature.
Notes
- Cut the delicata squash to about 3/4-inch thickness to help retain moisture and prevent drying during roasting.
- Use toasted sesame oil for a deeper nutty flavor that complements the miso glaze.
- The glaze can be drizzled over the squash after roasting if any remains for additional flavor.
- Garnish with scallions and toasted sesame seeds to introduce brightness and crunch.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.4
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