Seafood Stuffed Mirliton Chayote

Delight your taste buds with the bold flavors of Seafood Stuffed Mirliton Chayote, a quintessential dish that captures the charm of Southern coastal cuisine. Tender mirlitons (chayote squash) serve as the perfect vessel for a savory stuffing loaded with succulent shrimp, rich lump crabmeat, and aromatic vegetables like onion, bell pepper, and garlic, all seasoned with a kick of Cajun spice. Breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese add a satisfying crunch and creaminess to every bite, while fresh parsley and green onions provide a vibrant finish. This baked seafood masterpiece, golden and bubbling from the oven, is ideal for holiday gatherings or a special dinner. Whether you're introducing guests to the unique appeal of mirliton or simply indulging in a hearty, flavor-packed dish, this recipe delivers on elegance and comfort.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 whole Mirliton (chayote squash)
• 4 tablespoons Butter
• 1 medium, finely diced Yellow onion
• 1 medium, finely diced Green bell pepper
• 3 cloves, minced Garlic
• 1 cup, chopped Cooked shrimp
• 1 cup, picked through for shells Lump crabmeat
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup, grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons, chopped Parsley
• 2 tablespoons, chopped Green onion
• 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 as needed, for greasing the baking dish Olive oil or cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil or cooking spray and set aside.

Step 2

Wash the mirlitons and slice them in half lengthwise. Remove and discard the seeds. Place the mirliton halves in a large pot of boiling salted water and cook for 20-25 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and let cool slightly.

Step 3

Using a spoon, carefully scoop out the flesh of each mirliton half, leaving about 1/4 inch shell intact. Place the shells in the prepared baking dish and chop the scooped-out flesh into small pieces. Set aside.

Step 4

In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the diced onion and bell pepper and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the chopped mirliton flesh, shrimp, and crabmeat to the skillet. Stir well to combine and cook for 2-3 minutes until the seafood is heated through.

Step 6

Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, green onion, Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix until everything is evenly combined.

Step 7

Spoon the stuffing mixture generously into the mirliton shells, packing it down slightly to ensure each shell is evenly filled.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the tops are golden and the stuffing is heated through.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with additional parsley or green onions if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1715.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1807.6

Total Fat 87.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.6g
Cholesterol 601.1mg	0%
Sodium 7134.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 144.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.7g	0%
Total Sugars 30.7g
Protein 126.0g	0%

Vitamin D 9.0IU	0%
Calcium 998.2mg	0%
Iron 14.6mg	0%
Potassium 2314.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.2%

Protein: 26.9%

Carbs: 30.9%