Crispy Butternut Squash Chips Tyler Florence Food

BUTTERNUT SQUASH SAUCE WITH SAGE

Steps:

• Cut the butternut squash in half lengthwise to remove the seeds and strings. Peel the skin using a paring knife and cut the squash into small cubes.
• Place the olive oil and shallots in a deep skillet over medium heat. When the shallots begin to color, add the squash and season with salt and pepper. Saute a few minutes to lightly caramelize the surface of the cubes. Add the bay leaf, nutmeg, sage, and chicken broth. Cover the pan and cook until the squash is tender but still holding its shape, about 8 minutes.
• Puree the sauce with a standard or immersion blender and serve with potato gnocchi. Top with grated cheese and chopped chestnuts before serving. If desired, fry some sage and shallots in olive oil to garnish.

BUTTERNUT SQUASH FRIES

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 425°F. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
• Pat dry your squash sticks with a paper towel. Add 1 lb of sticks to a large plastic or ziploc bag. Add 1 tbsp of cornstarch. Seal bag and shake several times until squash sticks are evenly coated in cornstarch.
• Remove squash from bag and place into a large strainer or colander. Shake squash several times to remove any excess cornstarch so that the squash sticks are left with only a very thin coating of cornstarch.
• Repeat with remaining squash, adding 1 tbsp of cornstarch for each 1 lb of squash sticks.
• Place squash sticks into a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil. Add 1 tbsp of olive oil for every 1 lb of squash. Sprinkle 2 tsp of dried herbs. Toss until squash is evenly coated with herbs and oil.
• Place squash sticks in a single layer onto baking sheets, making sure not to overlap any.
• Bake for about 20 minutes. Flip fries and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes or until edges darken and the surface of the squash fries crisp up.
• Remove from oven and allow fries to cool until they are cool enough to touch (about 15-20 minutes), which will further crisp them. Season with salt and garnish with fresh herbs. Serve with dipping sauce of your choice.

CRISPY BUTTERNUT SQUASH CHIPS - TYLER FLORENCE

Steps:

• Cut the solid cylindrical top off the squash and remove the peel. (Set the bulbous base aside for another recipe.) Slice into very thin discs using a mandolin. Soak chips in a large bowl of ice water for 10-15 minutes. Pat dry with paper towels.
• Heat peanut or vegetable oil 2-3" deep in a pot; bring temp up to 325°F Add sage and rosemary and fry until they stop sizzling and are crispy. Remove herbs and drain on paper towels. Crumble herbs and set aside.
• Add squash chips to oil in small batches, frying each batch 2-3 minutes until crispy. Drain on paper towels, sprinkling with crumbled fried herbs, salt and parmesan cheese while still hot.

BUTTERNUT SLAW - TYLER FLORENCE

Steps:

• Over medium-low heat, in a dry pan, toast walnuts, shaking pan frequently. Remove nuts to a plate as soon as they begin to smell nutty.
• Peel squash with a potato peeler or knife. Shred finely using a box grater, mandoline or food processor.
• In a bowl, whisk together goat cheese, honey, cider vinegar and lemon juice. When smooth, drizzle in olive oil, whisking constantly. Season with salt and pepper.
• Toss squash, walnuts, cranberries and parsley in dressing until fully coated. Cover tightly and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.

CRISPY PARMESAN BUTTERNUT SQUASH CHIPS

Steps:

• Remove the top cylinder portion of the butternut squash and peel with a vegetable peeler. Discard or use the bulb portion for something else. Using a mandoline, finely slice round chips from the peeled cylinder and hold in ice water for 30 minutes to chill. Preheat 2 to 3 inches of oil in a heavy-based pot to 320 degrees F add the fresh herbs and fry until they stop sizzling. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels. Dry chips between paper towels then fry in small batches for 2 to 3 minutes until golden and crispy. Season with salt and shower with fresh grated Parmesan and crumbled herbs.