Chayote Ki Sabzi | Chayote Squash Stir Fry

Chayote ki Sabzi – chayote squash stir fry is a simple and easy South Indian side dish. This recipe has Chayote squash flavored with coconut and minimal spices. This mildly spiced recipe is easy and does not take a long time to make.

Chayote Ki Sabzi is a vegetable dish from Indian cuisine that is made using chayote squash. Chayote, also known as mirliton or vegetable pear, is a green pear-shaped fruit that is commonly used in South American, Central American, and Southeast Asian cuisine.

What is Chayote Squash Stir fry?

In chayote squash stir fry, the chayote is peeled, sliced, and cooked in a blend of spices such as cumin, turmeric, and green chilis, along with onions and garlic. The result is a flavorful and nutritious vegetable side dish that can be served with rice, roti, bread, or any other main course.

Ingredients:

• 2 medium-sized chayote squash
• 2 -3 tablespoons of vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• ½ teaspoon mustard seeds
• 1 teaspoon Bengal Gram/Chana Dal
• 1 teaspoon Urad Dal/Split Black Gram
• 1 medium-sized onion, chopped
• 2-3 Green chilis
• 2-3 Red Chilis
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• Curry leaves one string
• ½ teaspoon sugar(optional)
• Salt, to taste
• Fresh cilantro leaves/Coriander for garnish Freshly grated coconut

Instructions:

1. Peel the chayote squash, remove the seeds and dice them into small cubes.
2. In a large skillet or pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add mustard and cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds.
3. Add urad dal and chana dal and fry the till they turn pinkish. Add curry leaves.
4. Add chopped green chilis, red chilis and chopped onions and saute them for a few minutes until the onions are soft and translucent.
5. Add the diced chayote squash and mix well with the onions and spices.
6. Add turmeric powder, sugar and salt. Mix everything well.
7. Cover the pan and let the sabzi cook for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add freshly grated coconut and coriander leaves. Again mix everything well and cook until the chayote is tender and fully cooked.
8. Once the sabzi is cooked, remove the lid and cook for another 3-4 minutes to reduce any excess liquid.
9. Garnish with fresh coriander/cilantro leaves and grated coconut and serve hot with rice, roti, or any other main dish.
10. Enjoy your delicious chayote ki sabzi!

How to make Chayote Ki Sabzi Step-by-Step Photos

Peeling :

Peel the chayote squash, it becomes very sticky after peeling.

Cutting Chayote and Onions:

Remove the seeds and dice Chyaote into small cubes. Cut onions and green chilis along with.

Arrange other ingredients:

Arrange the other ingredients used to make Chayote ki sabzi

Tempering:

In a large skillet or pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add mustard and cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds. Add urad dal and chana dal and fry the till they turn pinkish. Add curry leaves, Red chilis and Green chilis.

Sauteing:

Add chopped onions and saute them for a few minutes until they are soft and translucent. Add turmeric.

Sauteing Chayote:

Add the diced chayote squash and mix well with the onions and spices. Add sugar and salt. Mix everything well. Cover the pan and let the sabzi cook for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Adding Coconut:

Add freshly grated coconut and coriander leaves. Again mix everything well and cook until the chayote is tender and fully cooked.

Sabzi is Ready:

Once the sabzi is cooked, remove the lid and cook for another 3-4 minutes to reduce any excess liquid.

Garnishing:

Garnish with fresh coriander/cilantro leaves and grated coconut and serve hot with rice, roti, or any other main dish. Enjoy your delicious chayote ki sabzi!

Potential benefits of chayote squash:

Low in calories:

Chayote squash is low in calories, with only 19 calories per 100 grams. This makes it a great option for people who are trying to manage their weight.

High in fiber:

Chayote squash is rich in fiber, which can help improve digestion, prevent constipation, and lower the risk of colon cancer.

Rich in vitamins and minerals:

Chayote squash is a good source of vitamin C, folate, and potassium. Vitamin C is important for immune function and skin health, while folate is important for fetal development and may help reduce the risk of birth defects. Potassium is important for heart health and can help regulate blood pressure.

May have anti-inflammatory properties:

Some studies have suggested that chayote squash may have anti-inflammatory properties, which could help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease and cancer.

May have antioxidant properties:

Chayote squash contains antioxidants, which can help protect the body against damage from free radicals and may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases.

Overall, chayote squash is a nutritious and versatile fruit that can be a great addition to a healthy diet.

Chayote Ki Sabzi | Chayote Squash Stir Fry

Recipe by Manjiris FoodsCourse: Dry Sabzi, Main CourseCuisine: South IndianDifficulty: Easy

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

10

minutes

Cooking time

15

minutes

Calories

80

kcal

Total time

25

minutes

In this dish, the chayote is peeled, sliced, and cooked in a blend of spices such as cumin, turmeric, and green chilis, along with onions and garlic. The result is a flavorful and nutritious vegetable side dish that can be served with rice, roti, bread, or any other main course.

Ingredients

• 2 medium-sized chayote squash

• 2 -3 tablespoons of vegetable oil

• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds

• ½ teaspoon mustard seeds

• 1 teaspoon Bengal Gram/Chana Dal

• 1 teaspoon Urad Dal/Split Black Gram

• 1 medium-sized onion, chopped

• 2-3 Green chilis

• 2-3 Red Chilis

• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder

• Curry leaves one string

• ½ teaspoon sugar(optional)

• Salt, to taste

• Fresh cilantro leaves/Coriander for garnish

• Freshly grated coconut

Directions

• Peel the chayote squash, remove the seeds and dice them into small cubes.
• In a large skillet or pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add mustard and cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds.
• Add urad dal and chana dal and fry the till they turn pinkish. Add curry leaves.
• Add chopped green chilis, red chilis and chopped onions and saute them for a few minutes until the onions are soft and translucent.
• Add the diced chayote squash and mix well with the onions and spices.
• Add turmeric powder, sugar and salt. Mix everything well.
   
• Cover the pan and let the sabzi cook for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally. No need to add water as Chayote releases sufficient water. Add freshly grated coconut and coriander leaves. Again mix everything well and cook until the chayote is tender and fully cooked.
• Garnish with fresh coriander/cilantro leaves and grated coconut serve hot with rice, roti, or any other main dish.
• Enjoy your delicious chayote ki sabzi!

Recipe Video

Notes

• Chayote ki Sabzi is a simple and easy South Indian side dish. This recipe has Chayote squash flavored with coconut and minimal spices. This mildly spiced recipe is easy and does not take a long time to make.

Links to Other Recipes:

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1. Baingan Bharta
2. Chole Masala
3. Val papdi Ch Bhaji
4. Aloo Palak Gravy
5. Horsegram Rasam & Usali

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