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Ginisang Sayote

Sautéed chayote squash cooked with ground pork, tomatoes, garlic, and onions in a savory broth. A comforting and light vegetable stir fry.

30 minEasyServes 4220 cal/serving

FilipinoDinnerStovetopLow CarbHigh ProteinGluten-FreeNut-FreeDairy-FreeEgg-FreeShellfish-FreeSoy-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp neutral cooking oil
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 2 medium roma tomatoes, diced
  • 1/2 lb ground pork
  • 2 medium chayote squash, julienned
  • 1.5 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat 2 tbsp neutral cooking oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 medium diced yellow onion, sautéing for 2 minutes until translucent.

  3. 3

    Add 2 medium diced roma tomatoes and cook for 3 minutes until softened.

  4. 4

    Stir in 1/2 lb ground pork and cook for 5 minutes, breaking it apart until browned and reaching an internal temperature of 160°F.

  5. 5

    Season with 1.5 tbsp fish sauce and 1/4 tsp ground black pepper, stirring well.

  6. 6

    Add 2 medium julienned chayote squash and pour in 1/2 cup water.

  7. 7

    Cover and simmer for 5 to 7 minutes until the chayote is tender.

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Questions

What is Ginisang Sayote?

Sautéed chayote squash cooked with ground pork, tomatoes, garlic, and onions in a savory broth. A comforting and light vegetable stir fry. This reference files it under Filipino dinner: made on the stovetop, rated easy and about 30 minutes start to finish.

What can I use instead of fish sauce in Ginisang Sayote?

The entry for Ginisang Sayote calls for 1.5 tbsp fish sauce. In its place: Soy sauce with a squeeze of lime covers the salt and some of the savor. For a vegetarian version, use a mushroom-based soy sauce. Start with the same volume and adjust.

Can I use ground chicken or turkey instead of ground pork in Ginisang Sayote?

Yes. Use dark-meat ground chicken or turkey if you can, and add a teaspoon of oil per half pound, since pork brings fat that poultry does not. As written, the entry for Ginisang Sayote uses 1/2 lb ground pork.

Does Ginisang Sayote contain fish?

Yes: 1.5 tbsp fish sauce. The full allergen list for this entry is fish. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many calories are in Ginisang Sayote?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 220 calories, with 16 g protein, 9 g carbohydrate and 14 g fat, plus 3 g fiber and 580 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

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