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Chayote curry

A mild, fragrant vegetarian curry made with chouchou, the Creole name for chayote squash, cut into wedges and simmered with potatoes. Light and inexpensive, it is a staple of everyday Réunionese cooking.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Spices & seasoning

Optional extras

On the side

Instructions

  1. Peel the chayotes, remove the central stone and cut them into wedges.
  2. Heat the oil and fry the onions until golden.
  3. Add the garlic, massalé and turmeric and stir for 1 minute.
  4. Add the tomatoes and let them break down for 5 minutes.
  5. Add the potatoes, chayotes, whole chilli, salt and water.
  6. Cover and simmer gently for 25 to 30 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
  7. Sprinkle with coriander and serve hot with white rice.

Variations and tips

Coconut milk version. Replace half the water with coconut milk for a creamier sauce.

Using what you can find. Chayote can be found in Asian or Caribbean grocery stores; otherwise use a firm courgette.

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