Ingredients
2 large Guisquils (chayote squash), halved lengthwise
1 cup Queso Fresco, crumbled
2 large eggs, separated
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups tomato sauce (homemade or store-bought)
1/2 small white onion, finely diced
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 cup vegetable oil for frying
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
Step 1: Peel the Guisquils under running water to avoid the sticky sap. Cut them in half lengthwise and boil in salted water for about 15-20 minutes until tender but still firm.
Step 2: Once cooled, use a spoon to carefully scoop out the seed and enough of the pulp to create a cavity for the cheese. Set the pulp aside or discard.
Step 3: Fill each cavity with a generous amount of crumbled Queso Fresco. Press the cheese down firmly so it stays in place.
Step 4: In a small bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form, then gently fold in the yolks and a pinch of salt to create a light batter.
Step 5: Dredge the stuffed squash in flour, then dip into the egg batter. Carefully place in a skillet with hot vegetable oil and fry until golden on all sides.
Step 6: In a separate pot, sauté the onion and garlic, then add the tomato sauce. Simmer for 5 minutes.
Step 7: Place the fried Guisquils into the simmering tomato sauce, cover, and cook for another 5-10 minutes. Garnish with cilantro before serving.
Notes
If you cannot find Queso Fresco, use a mixture of Mozzarella and Feta for a similar taste and texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dishes & Savory Recipes
- Cuisine: Guatemalan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed half
- Calories: 165 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 25mg