Vegetarian Recipes – Butternut Squash Stir Fry
Hard squash becomes readily available in the fall, and this recipe is
a great way to take advantage of this bounty. Coriander chutney makes a
great accompaniment to this dish.
2 lb butternut squash
3 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
1 tbsp peanut oil
1/3 cup coconut milk
1 onion, sliced
1/2 cup water
2 cloves garlic, crushed
2 cups peas
1 tsp coriander seeds
2/3 cup toasted cashews
1 tsp cumin seeds 1/2 cup toasted coconut
Peel and cut the squash into small cubes. Heat oil and add squash,
onion, and garlic cooking for 5 minutes. Stir in cilantro (reserve 1
tbsp for garnish), coriander seed, and cumin seed and sauté for one
minute. Add the coconut milk, water, and peas and bring to a boil. Cover
and reduce heat to simmer for 10-15 minutes or until squash is tender.
Garnish with cashews, fresh cilantro, and coconut.
Coriander (Cilantro) Chutney
3/4 cup cilantro leaves, chopped
3 tbsp dry coconut, unsweetened
2 green chilies
2 – 3 tbsp lemon juice
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp sugar
4 cloves garlic
Blend all ingredients until into a smooth paste. Refrigerate up to
one week.