pumpkin side dish

Savory pumpkin? You bet! These Baked Parmesan Pumpkin Fries are sweet, salty, and totally healthy.

Baked Parmesan Pumpkin Fries

pie pumpkin

cornstarch

olive oil

paprika

garlic powder

Parmesan cheese

parsley

coarse sea salt

Using a sharp knife, slice the pumpkin in...

Using a sharp knife, slice the pumpkin in half. Scoop out the seeds and pulp (reserve the seeds for roasting).

Slice the two ends off of each half...

Slice the two ends off of each half of pumpkin. Then slice each half in half again. Using a sharp vegetable peeler, peel the pumpkin pieces. Then slice the peeled pieces into 1/4" fries.

Place the pumpkin fries in a large bowl...

Place the pumpkin fries in a large bowl and cover with cold water. Let the fries soak for at least 30 minutes, but preferably overnight.

When fries are finished soaking, preheat the oven...

When fries are finished soaking, preheat the oven to 425°. Line two or more baking sheets with parchment paper. Set aside.

Drain the fries, and then pat dry with...

Drain the fries, and then pat dry with paper towels.

Fill a large zip-top bag with the dried...

Fill a large zip-top bag with the dried fries, and then top with cornstarch. Close the bag and shake to cover the fries.

Place the fries in a large bowl, drizzle...

Place the fries in a large bowl, drizzle with the olive oil and then toss to coat with your hands. Sprinkle on the paprika and garlic powder and toss again until well-coated. Spread fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheets.

Bake in preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, flipping...

Bake in preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until the fries are crisp and golden brown.

While the fries are baking, toss together the...

While the fries are baking, toss together the cheese, parsley, and sea salt. As soon as the fries come out of the oven, sprinkle on the Parmesan mixture.

Recipe video above. This is a great way to use pumpkin that ticks a lot of boxes - it&#039;s simple to make, works just as well as a side for a grand roast, or as part of a salad lunch spread, can easily to altered to fit various cuisines and occasions  by changing the nuts and fresh herb, and it looks rustic and good with zero effort!Excellent served hot, warm or even at room temperature.

Roasted Pumpkin with Lemon Yogurt Sauce and Pine Nuts

1.2kg / 2.4 lb pumpkin (, skin on seeds

tbsp extra virgin olive oil

garlic garlic

salt and pepper

Greek yogurt ((or other plain, non sweet yogurt))

lemon juice

pine nuts ((or other nuts of choice))

tbsp fresh coriander/cilantro leaves

Preheat oven to 220°C/430°F (200°C fan). Line a tray with baking/parchment paper.

Peel, deseed and cut pumpkin into 3cm / 1.2&quot; cubes - see photos in post for how I do it with little effort. You should end up with about 1 kg - enough to fill a tray.

Place pumpkin in a bowl, add garlic, salt, pepper and olive oil. Toss well using a rubber spatula.

Spread on tray. Roast 20 minutes. Turn pumpkin pieces, then roast a further 7 to 10 minutes until nicely coloured but holding it&#039;s shape, rather than being a mushy mess.

Roasted Pumpkin:

Mix ingredients then set aside for at least 10 minutes to let the flavours develop.

Lemon Yogurt Sauce:

Preheat skillet over medium high heat (no oil). Add pine nuts and cook, stirring regularly, until it smells amazing and it&#039;s got a hint of browning on both sides. Remove from pan.

Pine Nuts:

Pile the pumpkin in a mound on a plate. Drizzle over yogurt sauce, add a little drizzle of olive oil, then sprinkle with sumac, pine nuts and coriander.

I think it&#039;s best served with the pumpkin hot or warm, but for a warm summer day, it is also excellent served at room temperature. Just cool pumpkin, then dress and garnish just before serving.

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