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Glazed Squash with coconut and basil

The kind of Thai plate you make on repeat. coconut and basil, a proper glaze, and a finish of fresh herbs.

4.6 from 58 cooks
Prep30 min
Cook30 min
Serves2
LevelMedium
Free to cook
Glazed Squash with coconut and basil
Method

How to cook it

Prep everything first: chop the aromatics, measure the coconut and basil elements, and pat the squash dry so it colours well.

Warm the olive oil in a large pan over a medium heat and soften the onion and garlic until sweet and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add the butternut squash and glaze until it takes on colour and the edges catch, 4 to 6 minutes.

Stir in the palm sugar and the rest of the coconut and basil flavours, letting them cook out for a minute until fragrant.

Add the courgette along with a splash of stock or water, then cook briskly until everything is tender and the sauce clings.

Tested in the Stewart & Musell kitchen. Timings assume a standard home oven and hob.

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