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Sauteed chayote squash is a recent acquisition in my cookbook. I must admit it: I didn’t cook this vegetable until last Christmas. I have to say thanks to my mother in law Patrizia for buying a few chayote to cook together with the family! Chayote is a very versatile ingredient: it’s delicious both raw into salads or tartare, and cooked fast and crispy. Today I propose a tasty side, perfect together with fish or meats, but savory to eat as appetizer too!

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Spicy Pan Roasted Chayote Squash

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Spicy Pan Roasted Chayote Squash made with Chayote Squash , Kashmiri chili, cumin and salt. Perfect as side or even great as taco filling. Vegan and vegetarian side dish ready under 20 minutes

Prep: 5min

Total: 20min

Yield: 4

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 54 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 4 g, Saturated Fat 3 g, Sodium 298 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

  • 2 chayote squash (skin is peeled and cubed into ½ inch pieces)
  • ½ tsp Kashmiri chili powder (use smoked paprika (also use 1/4 tsp if you don’t want spicy)
  • ¼ tsp turmeric powder
  • ½ tsp cumin powder
  • ½ tsp salt or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil
  • ½ cup chopped onion.
  • 1 garlic clove

Instruction:

  1. In a cast iron pan heat coconut oil and add onion and garlic when onion becomes translucent about 4-5 minutes.
  2. Add chayote squash ( peeled the skin and chopped into ½ inch pieces). To this add salt, turmeric, Kashmiri chili powder/paprika and cook until chayote squash is cooked through well about 8 – 10 minutes. Then add pepper and switch of the flame.
  3. Enjoy with bowl or rice or flatbread.

10 Easy Chayote Squash Recipe Collection

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Add some unique flavor to your dinner with these easy chayote squash recipes. Its mild and almost apple-like finish will have you reaching for more.

Ingredients:

  • Chayote Squash With Tomato and Green Chilies
  • Spicy Pan-Roasted Chayote Squash
  • Chinese Stir-Fried Chayote
  • Roasted Chayote Squash With Herbs
  • Chayote Squash With Dried Shrimp
  • Cilantro Lime Chayote Slaw
  • Chayote Squash and Pickled Onion Salad
  • Creamy Chayote Gratin
  • Chayote Chile Soup
  • Vietnamese Chayote Squash With Beef

Instruction:

  1. Select your favorite recipe.
  2. Organize all the required ingredients.
  3. Prep a delicious recipe in 30 minutes or less!

SAUTEED CHAYOTE SQUASH AND POTATOES with shallots and mint

chayote recipes

Sauteed chayote squash is a recent acquisition in my cookbook. I must admit it: I didn’t cook this vegetable until last Christmas. I have to say thanks to my mother in law Patrizia for buying a few chayote to cook together with the family! Chayote is a very versatile ingredient: it’s delicious both raw into salads or tartare, and cooked fast and crispy. Today I propose a tasty side, perfect together with fish or meats, but savory to eat as appetizer too!

Prep: 5min

Total: 20min

Serving Size: 1

Nutrition Facts: calories 248 calories, Carbohydrate 16 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 0 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 21 grams fat, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 2 grams protein, Saturated Fat 3 grams saturated fat, servingSize 1, Sodium 155 grams sodium, Sugar 3 grams sugar, Trans Fat 0 grams trans fat, unSaturated Fat 17 grams unsaturated fat

Ingredients:

  • 1 chayote
  • 1 golden potato
  • 2 shallots
  • 1 clove of garlic
  • 1 tbsp fresh mint, coarsely minced
  • 6 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • to taste table salt

Instruction:

  1. First, wash and dry the chayotes and potatoes, cut them in half, then slice into thin slices.
  2. Peel and slice the shallots as well. Peel and crush the cloves of garlic.
  3. Now, pour the olive oil into a large frying pan, and place over high heat.
  4. When the oil is very hot, but not smoky, pour into the pan potato, chayote, garlic, and shallots. Stir-fry, frequently stirring, until all the ingredients are well cooked, golden brown, but still crispy.
  5. Finally, add salt as needed, and complete with black pepper and fresh mint.
  6. Serve immediately.

5 Ways to Try Chayote

FAQ

What is the best way to eat chayote?

All parts of the gourd are edible, including the seeds, skin, and flowers. The chayote’s pale green flesh is crisp when raw and softens when cooked. Beloved for its cucumber-like mild, cool, and slightly sweet flavor, chayote is a refreshing food that packs a nutritional punch.

Do you peel chayote before cooking?

The skin of chayote can be eaten if it is tender. Test it before you cook it. The furrowed skin of mature chayote can be covered with small hair-like spines and should be peeled before eating or cooking. The flesh of the chayote will remain firm if the skin is left on during cooking.

Do you eat the skin of chayote?

When served raw, it makes a great addition to smoothies, slaws, and salads. Alternatively, it’s easily steamed, roasted, or fried. You could even consider adding it to soups, stews, and casseroles for an extra boost of nutrition. Summary Chayote squash is a green, pear-shaped fruit often used as a vegetable.

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  2. Summer Squash Recipes
  3. Yam Recipes
  4. Banana Pepper Recipes
About the author

Helen is an author and editor at helenbackcafe.com, who has a passion for writing about recipes. She loves to experiment with different ingredients and cooking techniques to create delicious and unique dishes.

Among all the foods, pizza holds a special place in her heart, and she loves exploring different variations and toppings to create the perfect slice. Through her writing, Helen hopes to inspire others to get creative in the kitchen and share their love for food with the world.

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