Calabaza de Bellota –Fantástico
Recipe: #12523
May 08, 2014
Categories: Side Dishes, Squash, Mexican, Birthday, Fathers Day, Mothers Day Oven Roast, Gluten-Free, High Fiber, Low Carbohydrate, No Eggs, Vegetarian, Vegetarian Dinner, Mexican Dinner, more
"This fantastic acorn squash recipe is one I like to serve with my #recipe12522 recipe. They compliment each other nicely. For gluten free make sure your marmalade is gluten free."
Original is 3 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (471.3 g)
- Calories 204.5
- Total Fat - 6.8 g
- Saturated Fat - 3.8 g
- Cholesterol - 15.3 mg
- Sodium - 85 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 32.9 g
- Dietary Fiber - 4.3 g
- Sugars - 21.3 g
- Protein - 3.9 g
- Calcium - 117.9 mg
- Iron - 1.7 mg
- Vitamin C - 1.9 mg
- Thiamin - 0.1 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Slice the acorn in half and place in a baking pan large enough to hold both pieces, add enough water to come up 1/4 in the edge.
Step 2
Cook in a preheated 375 degree Fahrenheit oven for 30 minutes.
Step 3
Meanwhile whisk together the remaining ingredients.
Step 4
Remove the squash from the oven, carefully turn them over in pan and cut a few slits in the flesh making sure not to pierce the skin.
Step 5
Add 1 tablespoon of the marmalade mixture in each half and brush this sauce over the inside and top edges of the squash and return to oven.
Step 6
Cook for another 15 minute or until all the flesh is soft.
Step 7
Scrape the flesh out of the shell and serve.
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- Look for an acorn squash that feels heavy for its size and has a dry stem.
- Check the label of the marmalade to ensure it is gluten-free if necessary.
- Substitute coconut oil for the melted butter/margarine - Coconut oil is a healthier alternative to butter/margarine as it is a plant-based oil and contains less saturated fat. It also has a higher smoking point than butter, making it ideal for roasting vegetables.
- Substitute maple syrup for the marmalade - Maple syrup is a natural sweetener that is lower in sugar than marmalade. It also adds a subtly different flavor to the dish, making it a great alternative for those looking for a different flavor profile.
Chipotle-Maple Squash Slice the acorn in half and place in a baking pan large enough to hold both pieces, add enough water to come up 1/4 in the edge. Cook in a preheated 375 degree Fahrenheit oven for 30 minutes. Meanwhile whisk together the remaining ingredients, replacing the orange marmalade with 2 tablespoons of maple syrup and 1 teaspoon of chipotle powder. Remove the squash from the oven, carefully turn them over in pan and cut a few slits in the flesh making sure not to pierce the skin. Add 1 tablespoon of the chipotle-maple mixture in each half and brush this sauce over the inside and top edges of the squash and return to oven. Cook for another 15 minute or until all the flesh is soft. Scrape the flesh out of the shell and serve.
Honey-Mustard Squash Slice the acorn in half and place in a baking pan large enough to hold both pieces, add enough water to come up 1/4 in the edge. Cook in a preheated 375 degree Fahrenheit oven for 30 minutes. Meanwhile whisk together the remaining ingredients, replacing the orange marmalade with 2 tablespoons of honey and 1 teaspoon of mustard powder. Remove the squash from the oven, carefully turn them over in pan and cut a few slits in the flesh making sure not to pierce the skin. Add 1 tablespoon of the honey-mustard mixture in each half and brush this sauce over the inside and top edges of the squash and return to oven. Cook for another 15 minute or until all the flesh is soft. Scrape the flesh out of the shell and serve.
Grilled Sweet Potatoes: Grilled sweet potatoes are a great side dish to go with this Calabaza de Bellota recipe. The sweetness of the potatoes will balance out the savory flavors of the squash, and the grill marks add an attractive and tasty presentation. Plus, grilling is a quick and easy way to cook the potatoes.
Cilantro Lime Rice: Cilantro lime rice is a perfect accompaniment to this Calabaza de Bellota recipe. The bright and citrusy flavors of the rice provide a delicious contrast to the savory squash, and the dish is easy to make and can be prepared in advance. Plus, the cilantro adds a bit of freshness to the meal.
FAQ
Q: How long do I need to cook the squash?
A: The squash needs to be cooked in a preheated 375 degree Fahrenheit oven for 30 minutes and then for an additional 15 minutes or until all the flesh is soft.
Q: What type of squash should I use?
A: Any type of winter squash, such as butternut, acorn, or kabocha, will work for this recipe. Choose one that is heavy for its size and has a hard, unblemished skin.
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Fun facts:
The use of marmalade in this recipe is a nod to the traditional Spanish dish, Calabaza de Bellota, which is a squash stuffed with marmalade and served as a dessert.
The recipe is said to have been served to the Spanish royalty, including Queen Isabella I, who was famously known for her patronage of Christopher Columbus.