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    Butternut Squash Fries Recipe

    Last Modified: Jan 18, 2023 by Paleo Leaper · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    Fries! Fries! Fries! They’re one of North America’s best-loved side dishes, but restaurant fries are usually off the Paleo menu because they tend to be cooked in PUFA-rich seed oils.

    But there’s nothing wrong with the crispy, salty starch + fat combination that makes fries so appealing, so a tasty Paleo option is to make them yourself with a non-toxic cooking fat.

    Butternut squash fries

    Even if their fries are cooked in a healthier kind of fat, some people are still wary of them because of the potatoes.

    A Paleo diet doesn’t have to be low-carb to be healthy (there’s nothing wrong with a moderate amount of safe starches for most people), but many people still feel better without any potatoes, especially if they’re using a Paleo diet to control a metabolic disorder like diabetes.

    But even potato-avoiders don’t have to give up fries! The butternut squash used in this recipe is much lower in carbohydrates than potatoes, as well as containing several important micronutrients like Vitamins A and C.

    These fries are perfect as a lower-carb version of the classic Paleo sweet potato fries – a dish that brings a different twist to an old favorite, great for enjoying with friends alongside a Paleo burger like this portobello burger recipe.

    Since the oil in this recipe is one of the main differences between these fries and their PUFA-soaked cousins, it’s important to choose wisely. I personally love the taste and cook with olive oil, but it’s a little more complicated when using it to fry because of its low smoking point.

    If you choose olive oil, make sure to keep an eye on your fries during cooking to make sure they don’t burn. Coconut oil is always easier to work with, but it will add a little coconut taste to the fries – not necessarily a problem if you want to put a new twist on the recipe. Alternatively, you could always do half and half olive oil and coconut oil.

    There are two ways to cook homemade fries. The first is the always-trusty oven: just roast them until crisp and golden. The second way is to deep-fry them on the stove. I usually recommend oven-roasting, because it’s safer and it makes less oily fries.

    Butternut squash fries recipe

    SERVES: 4 PREP: 10 min COOK: 25 min

    Ingredients

    • 1 large butternut squash;
    • ¼ cup of olive oil or coconut oil;
    • 2-3 tsp. fresh, dried herbs of your choice; (optional)
    • Sea Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste;
    Butternut squash fries Recipe Preparation

    Preparation

    1. Preheat your oven to 425 F.
    2. Cut the butternut squash in two and remove the seeds. Wash the middle and cut away the peel. Then cut the squash in wedges or sticks in your favorite size.
    3. In a bowl, evenly coat the butternut squash fries with the oil and spices.
    4. On a baking plate, place the fries evenly on a single layer. You can place a piece of parchment paper between the cooking plate and the fries if you don’t want them to stick to the plate.
    5. Roast for 20 to 25 minutes or until golden and crisp.

    Season to taste with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, and serve.

    Butternut squash fries Recipe

    Butternut squash fries recipe

    A delicious Paleo alternative on the beloved American classic. Unlike the sweet potato fries, these butternut squash fries are lower in carbohydrates.
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 25 mins
    Total Time 35 mins
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 people
    Calories 205 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 large butternut squash
    • ¼ cup of olive oil or coconut oil
    • 2-3 tsp. fresh dried herbs of your choice (optional)
    • Sea Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat your oven to 425 F.
    • Cut the butternut squash in two and remove the seeds. Wash the middle and cut away the peel. Then cut the squash in wedges or sticks in your favorite size.
      1 large butternut squash
    • In a bowl, evenly coat the butternut squash fries with the oil and spices.
      ¼ cup of olive oil or coconut oil
    • On a baking plate, place the fries evenly on a single layer. You can place a piece of parchment paper between the cooking plate and the fries if you don’t want them to stick to the plate.
    • Roast for 20 to 25 minutes or until golden and crisp.
    • Season to taste with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, and serve.
      Sea Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, 2-3 tsp. fresh

    Nutrition

    Calories: 205kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 9mgPotassium: 674mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 20036IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 96mgIron: 2mg
    Keyword butternut squash, fries
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