COSTA RICAN CHAYOTE CON ELOTE

Costa Rican Squash and Corn

Serves 4-6

2 cups fresh corn (or frozen)

1 cup chayote squash, peeled, small dice

¼ cup onion, small dice

3 garlic cloves, minced

½ cup milk

1 tsp sugar

1 tbsp butter

Kosher salt

Freshly ground white pepper

3 tbsp fresh cilantro leaves, chopped, for garnish

Melt butter in skillet and sauté ingredients beginning with squash and corn, for about 2-3 minutes.

Combine milk, and sugar.  Add to sauté pan mixture.  Cook for 2-3 minutes more until vegetables are al dente, not mushy.  Season with salt and pepper.  Taste. 

Garnish with cilantro.

 

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