Mirliton recipe

A go-to fall soup when you're looking to mix up the staple diet of gumbo, gumbo and more gumbo. Enter Mirliton and Shrimp soup! This fresh, soul-warming soup filled with Louisiana seafood, all the flavors you love and is sure to please a crowd. Ingredients: 8 mirlitons*, halved ¼ cup Louisiana pecan oil ½ cup butter 1 cup chopped sweet onion 1 cup chopped celery 1½ teaspoons minced garlic 1 pound small Louisiana shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 teaspoon ground…

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What in the world is a mirliton? First, how do your pronunce it? Merl-it-ton? Say it with me, Mel-a-tawn. See, it isn't that hard. I think the rest of the world outside of New Orleans calls them Chayote Squash. They are vines and grow on arbors or fences all over Southeast Louisiana and are a staple in the winter, especially for the holidays. I can by them in Knoxville for $1.69 each or smuggle them in from New Orleans for 59 cents per pound. This is a fantastic tasting dish that sends my…

Do you know what a mirliton is? Have you ever eaten them or cooked with them? Have you ever seen these in your grocery store and not had any idea what they were or what to do with them? Here's a quick mirliton lesson! The common name is chayote. It is a member of the cucumber and squash families. Please follow this link for great information. http://www.thekitchn.com/mirlitons-are-the-unofficial-squash-of-new-orleans-220993 4 - 6 mirlitons, sliced lengthwise 4 T. butter 1 medium yellow…

These mirliton recipes are made with a versatile vegetable, also known as chayote squash, that is enjoyed in cuisines all around the world!

Mirlitons are the worst kept secret of South Louisiana cuisine. This casserole showcases the delicious, mild flavor of the mirliton in a simple recipe that combines fresh mirlitons with only four other ingredients. Add just a touch of spices to the mix and this is the recipe you need if you are a mirliton lover or you just can’t wait to see what all the fuss is about. South Louisiana Comfort Food!

This mirliton dressing is a classic Cajun recipe that features chayote squash, shrimp, cubed ham, bread crumbs, herbs, and spices! It is delicious, flavorful, and a wonderful side dish for any holiday feast. Go ahead and plan on making this recipe for your next family get-together, you won't be disappointed!

Mirlitons (also called chayote, vegetable pear, and mango squash) are easy to grow and delicious to eat. Here you'll find recipes, growing info, and photos of this New Orleans favorite.

MIRLITON CASSEROLE 4 mirlitons 1 large onion, chopped 1/2 small bell pepper, chopped 2 cloves of garlic, minced 1/2 cup of butter 1 pound of peeled and deveined shrimp 1 tablespoon of chopped...

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