Nina Compton’s jerk delicata squash nestles rich, warm spicesin roasted delicata squash. However, to take it to the next level, chef Nina Compton adds her twist on the toppings with the addition of pickled raisins, parsley leaves and toasted pecans.
recipe 
yields
Serves 8
1 cup white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
1 cup golden raisins
½ cup butter, softened
¼ cup light brown sugar
1 tablespoon allspice
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
4 delicata squash
deseeded and cut into rounds
Garnish: Pickled raisins, parsley leaves, and toasted pecans
For the pickled raisins:
For the delicata squash:
steps
- Make the pickled raisins: In a pot over medium heat, stir vinegar and sugar until sugar dissolves. Pour hot liquid over raisins and set aside until raisins plump.
- Make the squash: Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a mixing bowl, combine butter, brown sugar, and seasonings. Toss squash in mixture, then transfer to a roasting pan. Roast until tender, about 20 minutes, turning every 8 minutes to make sure they caramelize evenly. Serve sprinkled with pickled raisins, parsley, and pecans.
From Nina Compton’s Caribbean Christmas.
Date Published: 11.12.19
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Recipe By
Nina Compton, Bywater American Bistro, New Orleans -
Contributing City
New Orleans
