Look For
Firm, pear shaped unblemished chayotes. Skin colour varies from cream to apple green. Crisp pale flesh with apple/cucumber flavour
To Store
Refrigerate unwashed, covered for up to one week.
To Prepare
Wash and cut in halves or quarters. Steam, bake, boil, fry or eat raw. Cooked seed is edible. Use in soups, salads and main dishes.
*Chayote is actually a fruit, but it is consumed as a veggie.