Stir-Fried Chayote with Garlic

Ingredients

• 2 chayotes, peeled and sliced into thin strips 2 chayotes, peeled and sliced into thin strips
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon soy sauce 1 teaspoon soy sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon fish sauce 1/2 teaspoon fish sauce
• 1/4 teaspoon sugar 1/4 teaspoon sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 80 kcal / 335 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 4g, 0.5g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 10g, 4g
• Protein: 2g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 0.8g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. 2.
   Add the minced garlic and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. 3.
   Add the chayote slices to the wok and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until they start to soften but still retain their crunchiness.
4. 4.
   In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, fish sauce, sugar, and black pepper.
5. 5.
   Pour the sauce mixture over the chayote and continue stir-frying for another 2-3 minutes until the chayote is cooked through.
6. 6.
   Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro leaves.
7. 7.
   Serve hot as a side dish or as a main course with steamed rice.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Chayote — Make sure to peel the chayote before slicing it. The skin can be tough and bitter, so removing it will enhance the overall taste and texture of the dish.

Tips & Tricks

• For a spicier version, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or sliced chili peppers while stir-frying the garlic.
• To add more depth of flavor, you can include a tablespoon of oyster sauce or hoisin sauce to the sauce mixture.
• Feel free to add other vegetables such as bell peppers or snap peas to the stir-fry for added color and nutrients.
• If you prefer a softer texture, you can blanch the chayote slices in boiling water for a minute before stir-frying them.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Serving advice

Serve the Stir-Fried Chayote with Garlic as a side dish alongside your favorite Vietnamese main course, or enjoy it as a light and healthy vegetarian meal with steamed rice.

Presentation advice

Garnish the dish with a sprinkle of sesame seeds or chopped peanuts for added texture and visual appeal. Serve it in a vibrant bowl or on a colorful plate to enhance the overall presentation.