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Delicious Choko Recipes: Rediscovering This Versatile Vegetable
Often overlooked, choko (also known as chayote) is a mild, crisp vegetable that absorbs flavors beautifully. These easy choko recipes will show you how to transform this humble ingredient into delicious dishes – from crispy fries to creamy soups and even sweet desserts!

Why Cook with Choko?
Before we dive into the recipes, let’s appreciate why choko deserves more love:
✅ Budget-Friendly – One of the most affordable vegetables
✅ Nutrient-Rich – Packed with fiber, vitamin C & folate
✅ Low-Calorie – Only about 25 calories per 100g
✅ Versatile – Works in salads, stir-fries, soups & desserts
✅ Easy to Grow – Thrives in most climates with minimal care
For more nutritional info, check out Healthline’s Chayote Guide.
Savory Choko Recipes
1. Crispy Choko Fries
Ingredients:
- 2 large chokos, peeled & julienned
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Salt to taste
Instructions:
- Toss choko sticks with oil and seasonings
- Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway
- Serve with aioli or spicy mayo
Pro Tip: Soak in ice water for 30 minutes first for extra crispiness!
2. Creamy Choko Soup
Ingredients:
- 3 chokos, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic
- 3 cups vegetable stock
- ½ cup cream (or coconut milk)
Instructions:
- Sauté onion and garlic until soft
- Add choko and stock, simmer 15 minutes
- Blend until smooth, stir in cream
Serving Suggestion: Top with croutons and chives
3. Choko Stir-Fry with Garlic
Ingredients:
- 2 chokos, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp honey
Instructions:
- Heat oil, sauté garlic until fragrant
- Add choko slices, stir-fry 5 minutes
- Add soy sauce and honey, cook 2 more minutes
Stuffed Choko Recipes
4. Cheesy Baked Choko
Ingredients:
- 2 large chokos, halved & scooped
- ½ cup ricotta cheese
- ¼ cup grated cheddar
- 1 tbsp chopped herbs
- Breadcrumbs for topping
Instructions:
- Boil choko halves 5 minutes, drain
- Mix cheeses and herbs, fill choko halves
- Top with breadcrumbs, bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15 minutes
5. Mexican Stuffed Choko
Ingredients:
- 4 small chokos, halved
- ½ cup black beans
- ¼ cup corn
- 2 tbsp salsa
- 1 tsp taco seasoning
Instructions:
- Scoop out center of choko halves
- Mix filling ingredients, stuff into chokos
- Bake at 350°F (180°C) for 20 minutes
Choko Side Dishes
6. Choko Slaw
Ingredients:
- 1 large choko, julienned
- 1 carrot, grated
- ¼ cabbage, shredded
- 2 tbsp mayo
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions:
- Combine all vegetables
- Mix dressing ingredients, toss with slaw
- Chill 30 minutes before serving
7. Buttery Sautéed Choko
Ingredients:
- 2 chokos, sliced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp thyme
- Salt & pepper
Instructions:
- Melt butter in pan
- Add choko slices, sauté 8-10 minutes
- Season with thyme, salt and pepper
Sweet Choko Recipes
8. Choko Apple Crumble
Ingredients:
- 2 chokos, peeled & diced
- 2 apples, diced
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ cup flour
- ¼ cup butter
Instructions:
- Mix choko and apples with ¼ cup sugar and cinnamon
- Make crumble topping with remaining ingredients
- Bake at 350°F (180°C) for 35 minutes
9. Choko Pie
Ingredients:
- 3 cups grated choko
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1 unbaked pie crust
Instructions:
- Mix all filling ingredients
- Pour into pie crust
- Bake at 350°F (180°C) for 45 minutes
Preserving Choko
10. Pickled Choko
Ingredients:
- 2 chokos, sliced
- 1 cup vinegar
- ½ cup water
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp mustard seeds
Instructions:
- Pack choko slices into sterilized jar
- Heat remaining ingredients, pour over choko
- Seal and refrigerate for 1 week before using
Growing & Preparing Tips
✔ Choose firm, unblemished chokos – Should feel heavy for their size
✔ Peel under running water – Reduces sticky sap
✔ Remove the seed – Though edible, it’s often removed in mature chokos
✔ Store in fridge – Keeps for 2-3 weeks
For more vegetable recipe ideas, visit our Seasonal Produce Guide.
External Link: Chayote Nutrition Facts
Internal Link: Seasonal Produce Guide
Have you cooked with choko before? Which recipe are you excited to try? Share in the comments!