Chayote Squash Side Dish

Chayote Squash Side Dish

A favorite with Caribbean and Louisiana cooks, the mild flavor of the plump, pear-shaped mirliton squash makes it a natural for vegetable side dishes.

Preparation Time
15 mins
Cooking Time
10 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Calories
90 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Heat olive oil in medium skillet over medium-high heat. When oil is hot, add garlic, squash, salt, pepper, sugar, and red pepper flakes. Stir together and cook 2 to 3 minutes.
Step 2
Add vinegar to the squash mixture and cook 2 to 3 minutes longer, until the squash is slightly wilted, but still firm and crunchy. Taste, and add more salt or sugar if needed.
Chayote Squash Side Dish
Chayote Squash Side Dish
Chayote Squash Side Dish
Chayote Squash Side Dish

Ingredients

  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1 chayote squash, cut into 1/2-inch strips
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon white sugar
  • 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes

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