How to Make Mirliton - A Step-by-Step Guide

Mirliton, also known as chayote, is a versatile and delicious fruit that is often used in a variety of culinary dishes. With its mild, slightly sweet taste and firm texture, mirliton can be cooked in a multitude of ways, making it a popular ingredient in many different cuisines.

Originally native to Mexico, mirliton is now grown and consumed in many parts of the world, including Central and South America, the Caribbean, and Asia. It is a popular ingredient in dishes such as soups, ste...

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Ingredients

  • 6 (8-ounce) mirlitons (chayotes)
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 pound fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 pound cooked, cubed ham
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup dry bread crumbs (Optional)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • ½ cup dry bread crumbs for topping (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 1 hr
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 30 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add mirliton, and boil until tender, about 45 minutes. Drain, cool, and peel. Cut in half, remove seeds, and cut into cubes.
  • When the mirliton are almost done, bring another pot of water to a boil. Add shrimp, and cook for about 5 minutes, until pink. Drain shrimp, reserving the water for later. Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C).
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry onion and garlic in the oil until soft. Transfer to a 9x13 inch baking dish. Add the shrimp, ham, and cubed mirliton. Beat the egg in a small dish with a tablespoon of the water from the shrimp; pour into the baking dish. Mix in the bread crumbs, parsley, thyme, salt and pepper until evenly blended. If it seems a little dry, add a little more water from the shrimp. You have the choice to freeze, refrigerate, or bake at this point. Sprinkle some more breadcrumbs on top if desired.
  • Bake for 1 hour and 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until golden brown on top.
  • Nutrition

    319 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 141mg
    • Sodium: 1062mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 23g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 25g
    • Vitamin C: 35mg
    • Calcium: 96mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 523mg