Chayote Squash, popularly known as Chow - Chow in India is a vegetable belonging to the gourd family, Cucurbitaceae. The thin-skinned, big pear-shaped vegetable that goes with the botanical name Sechium edule, also referred to as mirliton, pipinola, choko, originates from both Mexico and Guatemala. Chow Chow Curry Recipe is a simple and wholesome stir fry of the Chayote Squash Vegetable . In this recipe, the chow chow is steamed and seasoned with a delicate blend of mustard seeds, halved urad dal and curry leaves. These basic ingredients bring out the flavors and textures of the squash, making them nutritious and delicious. What is Chow Chow Vegetable? Chow chow vegetable, botanically known as Sechium edule , belongs to the gourd family, much like cucumbers, pumpkins, and melons. It is native to Central America but is now cultivated across tropical and subtropical regions worldwide, including parts of India. The vegetable is known by different names in different parts of the country, such as iskut in Mizoram, piskot in Meghalaya, and lonku in Himachal Pradesh. Consumption of Chow - Chow Chow - chow is a versatile vegetable as almost every part of the plant can be consumed. The fruits, tender shoots, young heart-shaped leaves, and even roots are edible.
