Butternut squash fries are a lighter, naturally sweet alternative to traditional fries. They bake up perfectly in the oven or air-fryer, and their mellow flavor makes a great canvas for bold, ginger-forward seasoning.

ingredients

• 1 medium butternut squash, peeled + cut into fry-sized sticks
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper

directions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Toss squash sticks in olive oil, salt, and pepper.
3. Spread evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet (don’t overcrowd!).
4. Bake for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp at edges.

Flavor Twist #1: Sweet & Spicy

A sweet-heat combo that transforms simple squash fries into something snack-worthy. Cinnamon and cayenne add warmth and kick, while finely chopped crystallized ginger chips bring bright pops of sweet spice—like a lighter, more playful take on sweet-and-spicy kettle chips.

ingredients

• 1 tablespoon The Ginger People® Crystallized Ginger Chips, chopped finely
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to heat preference)
• Pinch of flaky sea salt

directions

1. Combine Crystallized Ginger Chips, cinnamon, cayenne and sea salt in a small bowl.
2. Sprinkle over hot baked fries and toss lightly.
3. Serve immediately for a sweet-spicy kick.

Flavor Twist #2: Sweet & Sticky

This creamy dipping sauce balances tangy lime, mellow yogurt and the aromatic lift of ginger juice. Light, zippy and slightly sweet, it complements the caramelized squash perfectly and turns a simple tray of fries into a seriously moreish side.

ingredients

• ½ cup Greek yogurt (or plant-based yogurt)
• 1 tablespoon The Ginger People® Ginger Juice
• 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
• Zest + juice of ½ lime
• Pinch of sea salt

directions

1. Stir all ingredients together in a small bowl until smooth.
2. Adjust sweetness or tang to taste.
3. Serve as a dipping sauce with baked fries.