Kolokotes Skillet (Cypriot Sweet-Savory Butternut Squash, Bulgur & Raisin Herb Bake) – Authentic Cyprus Recipe
Inspired by Cyprus’s famous pumpkin pastries: sweet squash, nutty bulgur, and raisins scented with cinnamon and mint.
- Country of Origin
- 🇨🇾 Cyprus (Middle East, Asia)
- Dietary Profile
- vegan
- Prep Time
- 20 min
- Cook Time
- 30 min
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Signature Staples
- Diced butternut squash/pumpkin, Coarse bulgur wheat, Golden raisins and toasted almonds, Ground cinnamon, Black pepper
Ingredients for Kolokotes Skillet (Cypriot Sweet-Savory Butternut Squash, Bulgur & Raisin Herb Bake) (4 Servings)
- 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) diced butternut squash/pumpkin, prepped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups coarse bulgur wheat, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup golden raisins and toasted almonds
- 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with ground cinnamon
- 1.5 tbsp traditional Cyprus seasoning (black pepper, fresh mint, lemon juice, olive oil)
- 2.5 tbsp traditional cooking oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh citrus or herbs
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
- Preheat oven to 390°F (200°C) and lightly oil an ovenproof skillet or baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onion, garlic, ground cinnamon, and black pepper, fresh mint, lemon juice, olive oil for 3 minutes until fragrant.
- Combine diced butternut squash/pumpkin and coarse bulgur wheat with the sautéed aromatics and layer evenly into the baking dish.
- Top with golden raisins and toasted almonds and bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until bubbling and golden brown on top.
- Let rest 5 minutes before serving warm at the table.