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Roasted Acorn Squash with Honey Ginger Pork

By Erin · October 7, 2016 · Updated May 13, 2020 · 19 Comments

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Simple Roasted Acorn Squash with butter and sage and topped with honey ginger pork made in the slow cooker. It's a new spin on acorn squash that's packed with tons of flavor! 

Roasted Acorn Squash | Roasted acorn squash topped with honey ginger pork made in the slow cooker | thealmondeater.com

I guess we could call this week SQUASH WEEK. Except not because this is only my second recipe, but two squash recipes in one week? Yeah it’s squash week. 

Today we’re talking about another new-to-me squash: acorn squash! I was determined to get my shit together this year and try ALL THE SQUASH, and that’s exactly what I did. Unlike butternut squash, it doesn’t turn crispy like potatoes when you roast it (who knew!), but rather, it gets really soft. Also, acorn squash is way prettier than butternut squash <—fact. And while you can eat acorn squash as-is, it’s way better when you throw some pork on top. 

Whoops. 

Roasted Acorn Squash with butter and sage

Roasted Acorn Squash | Acorn squash with sage and topped with honey ginger pork and cheese! A tasty way to enjoy squash | thealmondeater.com

So I kind of cheated with this recipe (is “cheated” the right word..?) and used the exact same pork recipe for my Honey Ginger Pork Tacos. Why? Because I love it and I hadn’t made it in awhile and I figured honey+ginger would be delicious on top of acorn squash. Guess what? IT IS! Unlike butternut squash, you can’t buy pre-sliced acorn squash (or maybe you can and I just don’t know about it), but the good news is that acorn squash is suuuuper simple to slice and de-seed. There aren’t that many seeds and even my dull knives could slice through it without any problems (….wish I could say the same for spaghetti squash).

SO. You’ll essentially want to start by placing the pork in your slow cooker with the appropriate seasonings. Once the pork has been cooking for 2.5 hours, you can begin roasting the squash. Ideally, the squash and pork will be done at the same time, so then the squash can be removed from the oven and topped with the cooked pork. VIOLA, easy peasy and maybe, just maybe, the most delicious way to enjoy roasted acorn squash. 

Roasted Acorn Squash | Acorn squash topped with honey ginger pork made in the slow cooker. A tasty way to enjoy squash! | thealmondeater.com

I ended up adding some shaved gruyere cheese on top because gruyere makes me feel fancy and cheese completes almost every meal. 

If you make this recipe, remember to tag #thealmondeater on Instagram! 

Roasted Acorn Squash with Honey Ginger Pork

5 from 4 votes
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Author: Erin

Ingredients

  • For the pork:
  • 1 lb. pork I used pork chops
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 3 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
  • ½ cup honey
  • Salt to taste
  • For the squash:
  • 1 acorn squash seeds removed
  • 2 tablespoon butter melted
  • 2 tablespoon fresh sage
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  • Place all pork ingredients into the slow cooker and cook on high for 3-4 hours or until pork is cooked through.
  • Once pork has been cooking for 3 hours, begin cooking the squash.
  • Preheat oven to 400°, slice the squash, remove all of the seeds and then continue slicing the squash into pieces.
  • Place squash in a large bowl and pour melted butter and sage overtop; stir to combine.
  • Put squash on a baking sheet (you may need 2 baking sheets), making sure none of the squash is touching.
  • Place in the oven and bake for 25 minutes, flipping the squash after about 12 minutes. You'll know the squash is cooked once it's soft when you bite into it.
  • Once cooked, put the squash on a plate, pour pork overtop and grate some cheese over the entire dish (this is optional, but gruyere or parmesan is recommended!).
  • Enjoy!

Notes

*Calories are per serving and are an estimation

Nutrition

Calories: 536kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 97mg | Sodium: 873mg | Potassium: 775mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 35g | Vitamin A: 578IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 81mg | Iron: 3mg
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Roasted Acorn Squash | Acorn squash topped with honey ginger pork made in the slow cooker. A tasty way to enjoy squash! | thealmondeater.com

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  1. Rebecca Breaud says

    February 17, 2021 at 12:21 pm

    How many calories isthmus, and how much saturated fat?

    Reply
    • Erin says

      February 17, 2021 at 12:35 pm

      Hi! I just added in the calorie estimation (it's per serving).

      Reply
  2. Michelle W says

    September 21, 2020 at 8:28 pm

    5 stars
    Roasted acorn squash is probably one of the most underrated fall vegetables! DELISH! Will definitely be repeating real soon. Also, anything I can throw in the crockpot is always a win. Super yummy twist on pork chops. Thanks, E!

    Reply
    • Erin says

      September 22, 2020 at 12:45 pm

      Thanks Michelle!! Probably my favorite way to eat acorn squash.

      Reply
  3. Elisabeth says

    April 07, 2020 at 1:45 pm

    Hi!

    What would you sub for Sage? I have the pork in crock pot already and just realized I don’t have any! 🙁

    Reply
    • Erin says

      April 07, 2020 at 1:58 pm

      Hi! I wouldn't worry about it -- just season it with salt and pepper. There's plenty of flavor from the pork so you should be good.

      Reply
  4. Johanna Elsemore says

    October 04, 2018 at 7:04 am

    When do you slice the pork, before or after cooking? It's shown in pieces, but the recipe never mentions cutting it.

    Also, you mention pouring chicken over top 🙂

    Reply
    • Erin says

      October 04, 2018 at 2:43 pm

      Whoops! Talk about at typo. And you'll slice the pork after it's cooked 🙂

      Reply
  5. Karen Ward says

    February 22, 2018 at 12:43 pm

    How many servings in this recipe?

    Reply
  6. Amylou @The No Grainer says

    October 16, 2016 at 3:13 pm

    OMG. I NEED THIS. I roasted an acorn squash the other day and it didn't look nearly this good!!! Need to perfect and will definitely try this recipe. Thank you so much! Such a beautiful photo and the pork looks so good too!

    Reply
  7. kitchenaid stand mixer colors says

    October 08, 2016 at 12:06 am

    I didn't realize squash can look this delicious. Hopefully, I can cook the same recipe also this Halloween celebration we'll have in our new house. Thanks for sharing this recipe. I am already excited to cook and serve it with the whole family. It looks delicious but at the same time, healthier too!

    Reply
  8. Sarah Morris says

    October 07, 2016 at 9:06 pm

    What type/cut of pork did you use here? (e.g. tenderloin, sirloin, chops, etc.)?

    Reply
    • Erin says

      October 09, 2016 at 9:09 am

      Hi Sarah--I should have specified, but I used pork chops (specifically the ones from Trader Joe's) in this recipe. Let me know if you try it!

      Reply
  9. Dani @ Dani California Cooks says

    October 07, 2016 at 12:23 pm

    Ooooh bookmarked this! I love acorn squash because you can eat the skin.

    Reply
    • Erin says

      October 09, 2016 at 10:01 am

      I agree--definitely makes life easier!

      Reply
  10. Karen @ Seasonal Cravings says

    October 07, 2016 at 9:19 am

    5 stars
    Love roasted squash this time of year and we have been eating it a lot. Love the flavor combo with the pork!

    Reply
    • Erin says

      October 09, 2016 at 10:01 am

      It's the perfect time of year for all things squash! Thanks Karen.

      Reply
  11. Shashi at RunninSrilankan says

    October 07, 2016 at 6:40 am

    Keep the squash recipes coming - cos this Honey Ginger Pork on Sage flavored squash is making my mouth water!

    Reply
    • Erin says

      October 09, 2016 at 10:00 am

      Thanks Shashi!

      Reply

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