Chayote With Onions Recipe

Summary

CuisineCourse
MethodVegetarian
Main IngredientInterest Group

Ingredients

 2 chayote squash (1 1/2 to 2 pounds or 675 to 900 g total)
 White onions2 Medium
 Butter/Margarine2 Tablespoon
 Vegetable oil1 Tablespoon
 Dried oregano1/2 Teaspoon
 Salt1/2 Teaspoon
 Pepper1 Pinch

Directions

1. Pare and seed chayotes; cut lengthwise into 1/2-inch (1.3-cm) thick slices
2. Cut onions lengthwise into halves. Cut halves lengthwise into 1/4 inch (6-mm) thick slices; separate into slivers.
3. Heat butter and oil in 10-inch (25-cm) skillet over medium heat until foam subsides. Add onions and oregano; saute over medium-low heat until onions are golden, 8 to 10 minutes
4. Add chayote to skillet; saute over medium heat, 3 minutes.
5. Cover skillet; reduce heat to low. Cook until chayote is crisp-tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in salt and pepper.
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