Capuchin Soup Kitchen celebrates generations of service with annual SOCK dinner
Capuchin Soup Kitchen celebrates generations of service with annual SOCK dinner

Capuchin Soup Kitchen celebrates generations of service with annual SOCK dinner

Coconut & Chile Braised Winter Squash Ingredients 2 to 3 lbs of winter squash (1 large butternut or 2 medium delicata) 3 Tbsp olive oil, divided Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 Tbsp ground coriander 1 Tbsp minced fresh rosemary 1 13.5 ounce can unsweetened coconut milk (full fat) 3 Tbsp chile sauce, such as harissa, or to taste (see author note) Couscous or rice for serving Directions Step 1: To prep the squash: Peel the squash if using butternut; no need to peel delicata. Halve lengthwise and remove seeds and stringy flesh. Cut into 3/4-inch chunks. Step 2: On a sheet pan, toss the squash with about 1 tablespoon olive oil, or just enough to coat. Season generously with kosher salt and pepper. Step 3: Heat the broiler with an oven rack about 4 to 5 inches from the heating element. Broil the squash until nicely charred on the first side, about 3 to 4 minutes, then flip and broil about 1 to 2 minutes longer. (The total time will depend on the intensity of your broiler, so keep a close eye on the squash!) Step 4: In a deep skillet or Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion until tender, about 5 minutes (a little browning around the edges is fine) then add the garlic, coriander, and rosemary and sauté a minute longer. Add the charred squash, stirring to coat it evenly in the oil. Step 5: Add the coconut milk, harissa, and another pinch or two of salt, and bring to a simmer. Half cover the pan with the lid, and braise for about 20 minutes, or until the squash is fork tender, adjusting the heat as necessary to maintain a gentle simmer. Add a little water (using the empty can to get every last bit of coconut milk!), as needed, if the sauce starts to get a little dry. Step 6: Adjust salt to taste, and add more chile sauce if desired. Serve warm with couscous or rice as a complete meal, or as a side to virtually any protein.

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