Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 unit

butternut squash

halved, seeds removed

1 unit

red onion

sliced

1 tbsp

olive oil

1 pinch

kosher salt

1 pinch

black pepper

4 cup

chicken stock

4 inch

fresh ginger

peeled

2 unit

jalapenos

seeded, minced

24 unit

wonton wrappers

round

2 tbsp

olive oil

1 unit

cilantro leaves

chopped

1 unit

lime juice

wedge

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

Step 2
~3 min

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 3
~3 min

Cut the butternut squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.

Step 4
~3 min

Peel the red onion and cut into half-inch slices, leaving the slices intact.

Step 5
~3 min

Place the onion discs on the baking sheet along with the butternut squash halves, cut side up.

Step 6
~3 min

Drizzle the squash and onions with olive oil and season liberally with salt and pepper.

Step 7
~3 min

Roast for 40-45 minutes, or until the squash is tender when pierced with a fork.

Step 8
~3 min

Leave the oven on when you're done roasting!

Step 9
~3 min

Put four cups of chicken stock in a small pot over low heat.

Step 10
~3 min

Peel your ginger and use a microplane to grate 2 tablespoons. Reserve.

Step 11
~3 min

Throw the rest of the ginger into the pot with broth.

Step 12
~3 min

Remove the stems and seeds from both jalapenos (unless you like really spicy things!).

Step 13
~3 min

Mince one of the jalapenos and reserve along with the grated ginger.

Step 14
~3 min

Throw the other jalapeno into the broth pot.

Step 15
~3 min

Let simmer while the squash finishes roasting.

Step 16
~3 min

When the squash is done, remove the baking sheet from the oven, but don't discard your parchment.

Step 17
~3 min

Scoop the squash flesh from the skin, place it in a medium bowl, and mash it with a fork.

Step 18
~3 min

Dice the roasted red onion and add to the bowl with the squash, along with the minced jalapeno and grated ginger.

Step 19
~3 min

Mix and adjust the seasonings, if needed.

Step 20
~3 min

Working with 6 wonton wrappers at a time, lay them out on the baking sheet you used to roast the butternut squash.

Step 21
~3 min

Put a heaping teaspoon of filling in the middle of each wonton wrapper.

Step 22
~3 min

Brush the edges of the wrappers with water.

Step 23
~3 min

Fold the wrappers in half to seal in the filling, pressing firmly on the seal with your fingers.

Step 24
~3 min

Brush the tops of the closed ravioli with olive oil.

Step 25
~3 min

Repeat until all 24 ravioli have been assembled.

Step 26
~3 min

Put the sheet of ravioli into the 400 degree oven and bake for 8 minutes.

Step 27
~3 min

Use tongs to flip the ravioli over and bake 8 minutes more. They should be golden brown and bubbly at the edges.

Step 28
~3 min

To assemble, ladle a cup of broth into 4 bowls.

Step 29
~3 min

Put 6 ravioli in each bowl and garnish with cilantro and a lime wedge.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Roast extra butternut squash for other dishes.

Adjust the amount of jalapeno to your spice preference.

Make the ravioli ahead of time and freeze them for later.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Ravioli can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated or frozen.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate (Roasting squash and jalapenos)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as an appetizer or light meal.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

A simple green salad with a lemon vinaigrette.
Roasted asparagus.

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Fusion (Italian/Mexican)

Cultural Significance

A modern twist on classic dishes, blending culinary traditions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Fall Harvest Festivals
Thanksgiving

Occasion Tags

Dinner Party
Fall Meal
Weeknight Dinner

Popularity Score

75/100

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