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Ginisang Sayote, also known as Sauteed Chayote, is a popular Filipino vegetable dish made with chayote (sayote) as the main ingredient. Chayote is a light green, pear-shaped vegetable with a mild and slightly sweet flavor. In this dish, the chayote is usually sliced or diced and sautéed with garlic, onions, and sometimes tomatoes. It can be cooked with other vegetables like carrots, bell peppers, or green beans, and often seasoned with fish sauce or soy sauce for added umami flavor. Ginisang Sayote is a simple, quick, and nutritious side dish that pairs well with rice and is commonly enjoyed in Filipino households and restaurants.
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Easy Ginisang Sayote Recipe
Course: MainCuisine: FilipinoDifficulty: EasyGinisang Sayote, also known as Sauteed Chayote, is a popular Filipino vegetable dish made with chayote (sayote) as the main ingredient.
Ingredients
2 medium-sized chayote (sayote), peeled, pitted, and thinly sliced
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 small onion, thinly sliced
1 medium-sized tomato, diced (optional)
1 small carrot, julienned (optional)
1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced (optional)
2 tablespoons fish sauce (or soy sauce for a vegetarian option)
1/4 cup water or vegetable broth
Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Prepare the chayote by peeling the skin and removing the pit in the center. Rinse it well and thinly slice it. Set aside.
- In a large pan or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté until it becomes fragrant and lightly golden.
- Add the sliced onions and continue to sauté until they become translucent.
- If using, add the diced tomatoes, julienned carrot, and sliced red bell pepper. Stir-fry for a few minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
- Add the sliced chayote to the pan, and stir-fry everything together for about 2 minutes.
- Pour in the fish sauce (or soy sauce) and water (or vegetable broth) to the pan. Mix everything well, ensuring that the chayote is coated with the seasonings.
- Cover the pan and let it simmer on low heat for about 5-7 minutes or until the chayote is tender but still slightly crisp.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Remove from heat and transfer the Ginisang Sayote to a serving dish.
Notes
- Serve hot as a delicious and nutritious side dish with steamed rice. Enjoy your Ginisang Sayote! You can customize this recipe by adding other vegetables or protein, such as shrimp, chicken, or tofu, to suit your taste preferences.
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