Orange-Glazed Squash with Sesame Recipe

Name: Orange-Glazed Squash with Sesame
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups orange juice; 3/4 cup hoisin sauce*; 2 large garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder**; 2 teaspoons minced peeled fresh ginger; 3 1 1/2-pound acorn squash, each cut into 8 wedges, seeded; 3 tablespoons oriental sesame oil; 1 cup chopped green onions; 2 1/2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds; *Available at Asian markets and in the Asian foods section of some supermarkets.; **Chinese five-spice powder is available in the spice section of most supermarkets.

Servings: persons

2 cups orange juice
3/4 cup hoisin sauce*
2 large garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder**
2 teaspoons minced peeled fresh ginger
3 1 1/2-pound acorn squash, each cut into 8 wedges, seeded
3 tablespoons oriental sesame oil
1 cup chopped green onions
2 1/2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds
*Available at Asian markets and in the Asian foods section of some supermarkets.
**Chinese five-spice powder is available in the spice section of most supermarkets.

1
Combine first 4 ingredients in heavy medium saucepan.
2
Boil over medium heat until reduced to 1 1/3 cups, about 30 minutes.
3
Pour into bowl.
4
Mix in ginger.
5
Cool.
6
(Can be made 1 day ahead.
7
Cover and chill.)
8
Preheat oven to 400F.
9
Place squash on baking sheet.
10
Brush squash on all sides with sesame oil.
11
Turn squash, 1 cut side down, and bake 15 minutes.
12
Turn squash, skin side down.
13
Brush squash with some hoisin mixture.
14
Bake until tender and well glazed, brushing occasionally with some hoisin mixture, about 50 minutes.
15
Preheat broiler.
16
Generously baste squash with hoisin mixture.
17
Sprinkle with salt.
18
Broil until bubbling, about 2 minutes.
19
Baste with any remaining hoisin mixture.
20
Sprinkle with onions and sesame seeds.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups orange juice, 3/4 cup hoisin sauce*, 2 large garlic cloves, minced, 1/2 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder**, and more.

Yes, Orange-Glazed Squash with Sesame falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Orange-Glazed Squash with Sesame

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