Best Christophine Recipes

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CHRISTOPHINE



Christophine image

Provided by Barbara Kafka

Time 45m

Yield Three-quarters cup of flesh

Number Of Ingredients 1

1 medium christophine

Steps:

  • Cut the christophine in half lengthwise. Cut side down, steam it over boiling water for 40 minutes, or until the flesh is easily pierced with the tip of a sharp knife. Discard the soft white heart.
  • If making a gratin, scoop out the flesh from the skin, leaving a shell one-quarter-inch thick. If making acras, use all of the flesh.
  • Mash the flesh with a fork. Drain, then squeeze dry between doubled paper towels.

CHAYOTE WITH CHRISTOPHINE VINAIGRETTE



Chayote with Christophine Vinaigrette image

Provided by Food Network

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 medium-size chayotes
2 tablespoons garlic vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 teaspoon Scotch Bonnet type chile
1/2 teaspoon fresh chives
1 head Bibb or Boston lettuce, separated into leaves
Red bell pepper for garnish

Steps:

  • Peel the chayotes and grate them into a bowl. Prepare vinaigrette from the remaining ingredients except the lettuce and pepper, and pour it over the grated chayotes. Mix well and allow to sit for 15 minutes. Serve on a bed of lettuce garnished with curlicues of red bell pepper.;

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