Special Stuffed Chayóte Squash Recipe

Name: Special Stuffed Chayóte Squash
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 medium-size chayote squash; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon butter or margarine; 1 medium tomato, peeled and chopped; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh Parsley; 1 bay leaf, crushed; 1/4 teaspoon dried whole thyme; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; 3/4 cup soft breadcrumbs; 2 tablespoons butter or margarine; 1/2 cup cooked, peeled, deveined shrimp, halved; 1/2 cup buttered breadcrumbs

Servings: persons

3 medium-size chayote squash
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
1 medium tomato, peeled and chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh Parsley
1 bay leaf, crushed
1/4 teaspoon dried whole thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup soft breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1/2 cup cooked, peeled, deveined shrimp, halved
1/2 cup buttered breadcrumbs

1
Wash squash thoroughly. Place in a medium saucepan with boiling salted water to cover. Cook 25 minutes or until tender. Drain and cool slightly.
2
Remove and discard squash seeds. Scoop out pulp, leaving a 1/4-inch shell; mash pulp. Set aside squash shells and pulp.
3
Saute onion and garlic in 1 tablespoon butter until tender. Stir in tomato, parsley, bay leaf, thyme, salt, and pepper, mixing well. Set aside.
4
Saute reserved squash pulp and soft breadcrumbs in 2 tablespoons butter for 5 minutes. Stir in shrimp and reserved onion mixture. Spoon into squash shells. Sprinkle with buttered breadcrumbs.
5
Place stuffed squash in a shallow baking dish. Bake at 375u00b0 for 30 minutes or until browned.

232

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 medium-size chayote squash, 1 medium onion, finely chopped, 1 clove garlic, minced, 1 tablespoon butter or margarine, and more.

Yes, Special Stuffed Chayóte Squash falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Special Stuffed Chayóte Squash

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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