When it comes to versatile vegetables, chayote squash is often overlooked. It's a unique and delicious vegetable that can be used in a variety of dishes. Chayote squash has a mild flavor that makes it a great addition to many recipes, and it can be cooked in a variety of ways. One of the most popular ways to cook chayote squash is to fry it. Fried chayote squash is a crispy and flavorful dish that can be served as a side dish or main course. It's also a great way to use up leftover chayote squash.
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FRIED CHAYOTE SQUASH
(Chayotes Fritos) A hard, green, mild squash, the chayote is another wonderful plant native to Mexico. The beauty of the chayote is that it takes on the flavor of whatever seasoning it's cooked in. Serve on the side of your favorite meat.
Provided by Cecilia Hae-Jin Lee
Categories Vegetable Side Sauté Vegetarian Cinco de Mayo Squash Vegan Party Kidney Friendly Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 4 to 6 side-dish servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat the butter and oil in a large skillet over medium heat, until the butter is melted. Add the onions and sauté until they are golden, but not browned, about 8 to 10 minutes. Add the chayote and oregano and sauté an additional 2 or 3 minutes, until the squash starts to soften. Lower the heat, cover, and let cook until the chayote is tender, an additional 10 minutes.
- Remove from the heat. Add the salt and pepper and toss before serving.
10 EASY CHAYOTE SQUASH RECIPE COLLECTION
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.
Provided by insanelygood
Categories Recipe Roundup
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Select your favorite recipe.
- Organize all the required ingredients.
- Prep a delicious recipe in 30 minutes or less!
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CHAYOTE STIR FRY
Steps:
- Thinly slice the chayote squash. In a heated wok, add oil and then ginger and salt. Add squash, carrot and onion and stir fry for 1 to 2 minutes. Add wine and stir, then add snow peas and stock and stir fry for 30 more seconds. Serve over rice or as a side dish.
CHAYOTES RELLENO
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Cook unpeeled squash in lightly salted water until crisp tender, about 15 minutes. Drain well. Scoop out most of flesh, leaving 1/4-inch thick shell. Season shell with salt and pepper. Coarsely chop chayote flesh. Set aside.
- Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium high heat. Add onion and salt and saute until tender, about 5 minutes. Add mushrooms and cook until most of liquid evaporates. Add garlic, jalapeno and cumin and saute until fragrant. Add tomatoes and reserved chayote flesh. Stir until most of liquid evaporates. Stir in epazote, bread crumbs and almonds. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Spoon mixture into shells. Sprinkle with cheese. Arrange shells in large baking pan. Pour enough hot water around shells to reach 1/4-inch. Bake until heated through, about 15 minutes.
CHORIZO-STUFFED CHAYOTE SQUASH
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the chayotes and boil for 50 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork. Drain the chayotes and let them cool slightly. Then cut the chayotes in half, removing and discarding the pit from each one. Carefully scoop out the flesh from each chayote and transfer it to a small bowl. Transfer the empty chayote skins to a baking sheet.
- Cook the chorizo in a dry medium sauté pan over medium-high heat for 5 minutes, or until browned. Add the onion and garlic and cook for 8 minutes, or until the onion is translucent. Add the chayote flesh and half of the Manchego cheese, and stir to combine and melt the cheese. Season the filling to taste with salt and pepper, and remove from the heat.
- Scoop the filling into the chayote skins, dividing it equally. Top with the remaining Manchego cheese, and sprinkle with the bread crumbs. Bake for 15 minutes, or until the cheese bubbles.
Tips for Making the Best Fried Chayote Squash
- Choose firm and ripe chayote squash. - Cut the squash into evenly sized pieces so they cook evenly. - Soak the squash in salt water for 15-30 minutes to remove excess starch and help it crisp up. - Dry the squash thoroughly before frying to prevent splattering. - Use a well-seasoned cast iron pan or non-stick skillet for frying. - Heat the oil to a medium-high temperature before adding the squash. - Fry the squash in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan and ensure even cooking. - Fry the squash until it is golden brown and tender, about 5-7 minutes per side. - Drain the squash on paper towels to remove excess oil. - Season the squash with salt, pepper, and any other desired spices. - Serve the fried chayote squash hot as a side dish or appetizer.Conclusion
Fried chayote squash is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish or appetizer. It is a great way to use up leftover chayote squash and is a healthy and affordable option. With its crispy exterior and tender interior, fried chayote squash is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
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