![]() Here is a simple Ukrainian variation of pickling. To preserve fresh veggies for cold winters, my grandma pickled almost everything, including pattypan squash. This summer squash grows when it’s hot so it doesn’t last long. I’m Eastern European originally so I was very happy to discover that Jardins Glenorra has organic pattypan squash! Pickled pattypan squash was one of my favourite snacks at dinner at Grandma’s. Finally, a secret pickling recipe from Eastern Europe: In a medium saucepan, combine squash, a tbsp of olive oil, finely minced garlic cloves, and salt and pepper to taste.Ĭook for a few minutes until golden brown and serve.ģ. Sautéeing is a great option for when the weather is not great or when you want hot veggies spiced with your favourite flavours.ĭice them (no need to peel, the skin is edible). When the grill is ready (med-low heat), place your pattypan squash on it and slightly brown on both sides. Add salt, olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves and some black pepper. By far the fastest way to cook them is on the grill.Ĭut into fours. Their thin skin is edible so no need to peel. And yep, it’s a fruit because it contains plant seeds (when you cut it in half you’ll see what I’m talking about.) This summer squash variety is actually a pumpkin-like fruit related to cucumber family. Funny thing is, they’re usually surrounded by huge thorny leaves making it challenging to harvest without the right tools. They look like little UFOs, floating above the soil waiting to be picked. ![]() ![]() Growing on plants almost identical to zucchini (its cousin), you’ll be surprised when you see them for the first time. Julie from Jardins Glenorra knows her veggies so she harvests them at the right time. Pattypan squash tastes best when young and small, you let them grow too much and they’ll taste like a potato. They're very similar to zucchini but a tiny bit sweeter. These organic summer squashes range in colour from bright yellow to green to even white. Wondering what pattypan squash is? We went over to Jardins Glenorra, our partner farm, to see how they grow, look and taste! ![]()
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