Here is one of the many gems I collected during my kitchen time with Oka:
Sayur Japan (Green Chayote) AKA Yummy Chayote and Coconut Stew
in the style of Puri Duwur Abing
by Cok Oka
I think these things look like the mouth of a toothless old man. But they are delicious none-the-less. A bit like summer squash (which would be a good substitute if you can’t find chayote in the Mexican produce section of the supermarket or if you just have summer squash coming out your ears.
Ingredients
14 oz. can coconut milk
3-5 Japan/Chayote shredded (large gauge shredder)
½ — 1 c. shallots or red onion diced
0- 10 chilis diced
2-8 garlic cloves diced
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Fry shallots, chilis and garlic in a wok or skillet 1 minute
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Add Japan and fry on medium-high heat until it begins to brown
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Add coconut milk and simmer at least 10 minutes uncovered or up to 1 hour covered.
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