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Caribbean Squash Skillet

The kind of Caribbean plate you make on repeat. coconut and thyme, a proper stir-fry, and a finish of fresh herbs.

4.3 from 424 cooks
Prep12 min
Cook30 min
Serves6
LevelEasy
Free to cook
Caribbean Squash Skillet
Method

How to cook it

Prep everything first: chop the aromatics, measure the coconut and thyme 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 stir-fry until it takes on colour and the edges catch, 4 to 6 minutes.

Stir in the allspice and the rest of the coconut and thyme flavours, letting them cook out for a minute until fragrant.

Add the kale 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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