Sweet & Spicy Roasted Kabocha Squash

Sweet & Spicy Roasted Kabocha Squash

4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1/2 small kabocha squash
  • 3 tablespoons light brown sugar (plus more for sprinkling)
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne (or hot chili powder)
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 400°F Line a baking sheet with a silicon baking liner or parchment paper.

  2. 2

    De-seed and cut the squash into slices about 1/4 inch thick.

  3. 3

    Combine all the dry ingredients. Toss the squash slices in this until coated thoroughly. Add the soy sauce and toss well again.

  4. 4

    Spread the slices in a singler layer on the baking sheet and drizzle them with the oil.

  5. 5

    Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, then turn over, drizzle with more oil and sprinkle more sugar, and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes.

  6. 6

    Serve hot or at room temperature.