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Stewed honey nut squash in a red soup pot on the stove

Stewed Honey Nut Squash with Saltfish

A cozy and flavorful Caribbean side dish made with tender honey nut squash, saltfish, and aromatic seasonings. A perfect balance of sweet, savory, and salty that pairs beautifully with roti or rice.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Fall Recipes, Rice & One-Pot, Seafood & Fish, Seasonal Recipes, Side Dishes, Weeknight Dinners
Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 3 honey nut squash peeled and cubed
  • 1/2 onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic diced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon Caribbean Green Seasoning
  • 3/4 cup salted cod
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Method
 

  1. Boil the salted cod in a pot of water for about 20 minutes to remove the salt. Drain and rinse the fish, then shred it into small pieces.
  2. Peel, core, and cube the honey nut squash, then place in a bowl with cool water to prevent discoloration.
    Whole Honey Nut Squash next to an onion on a cutting board
  3. Heat olive oil in a heavy pot over medium heat. Reduce to low, then add onion, garlic, and a pinch of black pepper. Sauté for 2–3 minutes.
    Diced onion and garlic in a large pot on the stove with some olive oil
  4. Add the prepared salted cod and stir well. Mix in the Caribbean green seasoning and continue stirring.
  5. Increase the heat to medium-high. Add the drained squash cubes and stir thoroughly to combine.
    Add Honey Nut Squash to pot
  6. Sprinkle in the brown sugar, cover the pot, and cook for 3–5 minutes. The squash will begin to release its natural juices.
  7. Add salt, reduce the heat to low, and cover. Simmer for 20–24 minutes, stirring occasionally, until squash is soft and beginning to break apart.
  8. Taste and adjust salt if needed. Raise the heat to medium-high to evaporate excess liquid, using the back of a spoon to mash any remaining solid pieces. Cook an additional 5–7 minutes until desired texture is reached.
    Cooked honey nut squash in large red pot on stovev
  9. Serve hot, either as a side dish or with roti.
    Stirring honey nut squash with a wooden spoon

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