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Squash Traybake in sesame and scallion

This Chinese Traybake leans on sesame and scallion to do the heavy lifting. We char the Squash for real depth, then bring it together in one pan.

4.4 from 2,892 cooks
Prep15 min
Cook35 min
Serves4
LevelMedium
Free to cook
Squash Traybake in sesame and scallion
Method

How to cook it

Prep everything first: chop the aromatics, measure the sesame and scallion 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 char until it takes on colour and the edges catch, 4 to 6 minutes.

Stir in the black vinegar and the rest of the sesame and scallion flavours, letting them cook out for a minute until fragrant.

Add the red pepper 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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