Chayote is a pear-shaped, light-green squash native to Mesoamerica, widely used in Hispanic and Caribbean cuisines. The term refers both to the fruit and to edible varieties that are firm, mild-tasting, and ribbed. It’s commonly prepared by boiling, steaming, or stuffing, and is valued for its crisp texture and subtle flavor. Pronunciation emphasizes the initial CH sound and the rapid final e-syllable.
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