For 2 Serving(s)

• 2 Chayote
• 1 ball Mozzarella cheese, fresh
• 1 pc Egg, whole
• 1 cup Flour
• 2 cups Bread crumbs
• to taste Salt and pepper

Steps

• Boil the chayote (whole) in water until soft and tender, allow to cool.
• Cut the chayote and mozzarella cheese in matching slices of 1/2 inch each.
• Build the cake to desired height.

 

Prepare a breading station

• Place the flour seasoned with salt and pepper in medium size bowl.
• Beat the egg in another medium size bowl.
• Place the bread crumbs in another medium size bowl.
• Flour the chayote and mozzarella cake stack well all around.
• Brush on egg mixture.
• Generously cover with bread crumbs.
• Deep fry at 325ºF until golden brown.

 

SUGGESTON: Serve topped with tomato salsa

Chayote is a green vegetable from Latin America called “guisquil”. It has high content of water, therefore great for rehydration. The fruit is digestible and provides a good source of calories. This meaty and protein filled dish is also good for dehydration.