Khoresh Kadoo Halvaii (Butternut Squash Stew)
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Khoresh Kadoo Halvaii (Butternut Squash Stew)
Instructions
Cook:1h
Updated at: Sat, 27 Jun 2026 00:08:36 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Great
Glycemic Index
43
Low
Glycemic Load
29
High
Nutrition per serving
Calories421.7 kcal (21%)
Total Fat16.5 g (24%)
Carbs67.4 g (26%)
Sugars28.2 g (31%)
Protein7.7 g (15%)
Sodium369 mg (18%)
Fiber10.8 g (39%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
4 servings
saffron threads
1 tablespoongranulated sugar
plus a pinch, more as needed
1 poundprecut butternut squash
cut into 1-inch cubes if needed
¼ cupextra-virgin olive oil
plus 1 tablespoon, plus more as needed
kosher salt
black pepper
1yellow onion
large, finely chopped
½ teaspoonground turmeric
1 x 15 ouncecan chickpeas
rinsed and drained
1 tablespoontomato paste
20pitted prunes
or dried golden sour prunes, aloo bukhara, rinsed
2 tablespoonslemon juice
plus more as needed
rice
steamed
fresh herbs
scallions
plain yogurt
for serving
Instructions
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Notes
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Delicious
Easy
Special occasion
Bland
Makes leftovers
