Chayote And Carrots Food

CARROT AND CHAYOTE PICKLES / DO CHUA CA ROT SU SU

Steps:

• Remove the skin from the carrot and chayote using a vegetable peeler. Rinse the vegetables with cold water and pat dry using paper towels.
• Cut the carrot into sections about 2 1/2 - 3 inches long. Cut the chayote in half lengthwise.
• Select the medium shredding blade and attach to the mandoline.
• Shred the chayote into a large bowl, working around the core. Use your fingers to separate the shredded chayote. Shred the carrots into the same bowl. Toss together to combine the vegetables.
• In a medium cup or bowl, add the white vinegar, water, sugar and salt. Stir together until the sugar is dissolved.
• Transfer the vegetable mixture into 2 (1 pint) jars, dividing it evenly between the jars.
• Pour the pickling liquid into the jars, dividing it evenly between the jars.
• Use a spoon to press down on the vegetables and immerse them in the liquid.
• Cover the jars with lids.
• Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, longer or overnight improves the flavor.
• Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.

CHAYOTE SLAW WITH AVOCADO AND CILANTRO DRESSING

Steps:

• In a large bowl, toss together the chayote, cabbage, carrots, jicama, scallions, cumin, coriander and 2 teaspoons salt. Let the flavors combine while you make the dressing for the slaw.
• To a food processor, add the crema, orange juice, cilantro, lime juice, agave, hot sauce, garlic, avocado and jalapeno. Process until completely smooth; season with salt. Refrigerate in an airtight container until ready to serve; the dressing can be made 1 day in advance.
• When ready to serve, toss the dressing with the vegetables. Garnish with the reserved scallions and serve immediately.

CHAYOTE AND CARROTS

Steps:

• 1. Cut the chayote in half lengthwise and cook in a large pot of boiling water until tender, about 25 minutes. Meanwhile, in another medium pot of boiling water, cook the carrots until tender, about 10 minutes. When the vegetables are tender drain and cool under running water. 2. Peel the chayote and slice thinly crosswise. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat and cook the onion, stirring, until limp and tender, about 4 minutes. Add the sliced chayote, carrots, and salt. Stir gently to coat with the butter and heat through completely, about 2 minutes. Serve hot.From "1,000 Mexican Recipes." Copyright 2001 by Marge Poore. Used with permission of the publisher, Wiley Publishing, Inc. All Rights Reserved.