Chayote and Onions
Recipe: #2026
November 04, 2011
Categories: Side Dishes, Onions, Mexican, Heart Healthy, Vegetarian, Vegetarian Dinner, Mexican Dinner, more
" I love to find a different vegetable to serve. Chayote squash like zucchini needs something to add flavor to it. This is one vegetable that is often served in Mexico. This recipe is from the recipe book "Mexican cooking class" by the editors of Consumer Guide. Serve as a side dish with any Mexican recipe."
Original is 5 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (66 g)
- Calories 104.5
- Total Fat - 9.3 g
- Saturated Fat - 1.5 g
- Cholesterol - 0.8 mg
- Sodium - 49.3 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 5.4 g
- Dietary Fiber - 1 g
- Sugars - 2.3 g
- Protein - 0.7 g
- Calcium - 16.1 mg
- Iron - 0.2 mg
- Vitamin C - 4.1 mg
- Thiamin - 0 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Heat the butter and oil in a skillet, medium heat, saute the onions until golden 8-10 minutes, sprinkle in the oregano
Step 2
Add choyote, saute 3 minutes, cover and continue cooking for approximately 8 minutes or until the chayote is crisp tender. Do not over cook.
Step 3
Season with salt and pepper
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- Look for chayotes that are firm and free of blemishes when selecting them for this recipe.
- For best results, use fresh oregano in this recipe.
- Replace the chayote with zucchini for a milder flavor. The benefit of this substitution is that zucchini is a more widely available vegetable and has a milder flavor than chayote.
- Replace the oregano with cumin for a more distinct flavor. The benefit of this substitution is that cumin has a more distinct flavor than oregano, which will give the dish more depth of flavor.
Garlic and Chili Variation Heat the butter and oil in a skillet, medium heat, saute the onions until golden 8-10 minutes, sprinkle in the oregano and chili powder. Add garlic and saute for 1 minute. Add choyote, saute 3 minutes, cover and continue cooking for approximately 8 minutes or until the chayote is crisp tender. Do not over cook. Season with salt and pepper.
Lemon and Rosemary Variation Heat the butter and oil in a skillet, medium heat, saute the onions until golden 8-10 minutes, sprinkle in the oregano and rosemary. Add garlic and saute for 1 minute. Add choyote, saute 3 minutes, cover and continue cooking for approximately 8 minutes or until the chayote is crisp tender. Squeeze lemon juice over the chayote, season with salt and pepper. Serve warm.
RECOMMENDED DISH: Mexican Chicken and Rice - This classic Mexican dish is a perfect accompaniment to the Chayote and Onions. The savory flavors of the chicken, rice and vegetables pair well with the subtle flavors of the chayote and onions. The combination of the two dishes makes for a delicious and satisfying meal.
RECOMMENDED DISH: Mexican Street Corn - This Mexican side dish is the perfect complement to the Mexican Chicken and Rice. The creamy, spicy flavor of the corn pairs nicely with the savory flavors of the chicken and rice. The combination of the two dishes makes for a delicious and satisfying meal.
FAQ
Q: How do I know when the chayote is done?
A: The chayote is done when it is crisp tender. To check, insert a sharp knife into the chayote and if it goes in easily, it is ready. Do not over cook.
Q: What is the best way to store chayote?
A: Chayote should be stored in a cool, dry place in the refrigerator. It should be wrapped tightly in plastic wrap or placed in an airtight container to keep it from drying out. It can also be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months.
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Fun facts:
Fun Fact 1: Chayote is a popular vegetable in Mexican cuisine, and is often served in dishes such as tacos, enchiladas, and salsas. It is believed to have been first cultivated by the Aztecs, and is still commonly used in Mexican cooking today.
Fun Fact 2: The dish Chayote and Onions is a favorite of Mexican actor Gael Garcia Bernal. He has stated that he loves to cook it with his family and friends, as it is a simple and easy to make dish that is full of flavor.