SHRIMP STUFFED MIRLITONS (CHAYOTE OR VEGETABLE PEARS)

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Make and share this Shrimp Stuffed Mirlitons (Chayote or Vegetable Pears) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Molly53

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 large chayotes (mirlitons or vegetable pears)
1 large onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
1/2 cup chopped celery
3 tablespoons shortening
3/4 lb fresh cooked shrimp, cleaned
1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese, divided
1/4 cup buttered bread crumb
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350F.
  • Parboil mirlitons/chayote/vegetable pears until almost tender.
  • Cut in half and scoop out the meat; mash and set aside, reserving shells.
  • Saute onion and garlic in shortening until translucent; add celery and cook until tender.
  • Add mashed mirlitons, shrimp, 1/2 of the cheese, and salt and pepper to the sauteed vegetables.
  • Fill the reserved shells, cover with remaining cheese and bread crumbs.
  • Bake until crumbs have browned, approximately 30 minutes.

Tshirt Adamu
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I can't wait to make this recipe again. It's definitely a new favorite.


Tamima Tamima
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This recipe was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it in the end. The finished dish was amazing.


Tabsr Apstd
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I'm not a big fan of mirlitons, but I loved this recipe. The shrimp stuffing really made them shine.


Murtaza Sultani
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This is a must-try recipe for any seafood lover. The shrimp stuffing is incredible.


Essay Manny
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always been a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover shrimp.


Zack Overmeyer
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The shrimp stuffing is so delicious and flavorful. I love the way it pairs with the tender mirlitons.


Prabhu Tamang
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This is a great dish to serve for a special occasion or a weeknight meal.


Wadood Mehar
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I love this recipe because it's so versatile. You can stuff the mirlitons with any type of filling you like.


Miguel Ramirez giron
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The shrimp stuffing was perfectly cooked and the mirlitons were tender and flavorful.


Tushar Islam
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and texture of the mirlitons.


WiKiTWoNKaWeCKoRDS LLC
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This is an exceptional recipe! The flavors blend together perfectly, and the shrimp stuffing is so flavorful and satisfying.