You don’t get more old-school than a simple gem squash boiled to perfection and filled with melted butter. Whether you prefer it with a sprinkle of sugar or extra salt, this South African favourite is pure comfort. Serve it as a warm side with your main meal – it’s budget-friendly, nostalgic, and always a hit around the table.
Gem Squash
A soft and buttery South African gem squash recipe.
Ingredients
- 4 Gem Squashes
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 liter water
- 80 grams butter
- 4 tsp sugar
Instructions
- Prick each squash twice with a fork
- Boil in salt water for approximately 25 minutes if fresh. Allow more time for older and larger squashes.
- Cut in halves and remove seeds with a spoon.
- Put some butter on each half.
- Sugar is optional. You may prefer to eat it with extra salt.
Nutrition
Calories: 159kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 0.2gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 43mgSodium: 723mgPotassium: 5mgSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 13mgIron: 0.01mg
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