Vegetable, Squash | Gluten Free Vegan Low Carb Low Sodium

Choko

Sechium edule Allergen-Free
Choko

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Cucurbitaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Mesoamerican, Caribbean, Asian, Australasian
  • Seasonality Late Summer - Fall
  • Source Choko plant

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Choko ?

A mild, pear-shaped squash with pale green skin and white flesh, used as a vegetable in savory and sweet dishes.

Quel goût a le/la/l'Choko ?

Le/La/L'Choko a un goût very mild, slightly sweet, cucumber-like avec des arômes subtle, fresh, green.

Taste
Very Mild, Slightly Sweet, Cucumber-like
Texture
Crisp (raw), Tender, Watery (cooked)
Aroma
Subtle, Fresh, Green
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Per 160g
Calories19 kcal
Total Fat0.1 g
Saturated Fat0 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein0.8 g
Total Carbohydrate4.5 g
Dietary Fiber1.7 g
Total Sugars1.7 g
Calcium12 mg
Iron0.3 mg
Potassium125 mg

Le secret du chef

When preparing choko, if handling a large quantity, wear gloves as the sap can be sticky and irritating to sensitive skin.

Substituts & Proportions pour Choko

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Choko est Zucchini, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Very similar mild flavor and texture when cooked, widely available.

Substituts pour Choko avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Zucchini Meilleur 1:1 Very similar mild flavor and texture when cooked, widely available.
Yellow Squash 1:1 Another mild, tender summer squash, behaves similarly in most recipes.
Cucumber (for raw uses) 1:1 Offers a crisp, refreshing quality for salads, but won't hold up to cooking as well.
Green Bell Pepper (cooked) 1:1 Provides a similar bulk and vegetable crunch, but has a more distinct flavor profile.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Choko

  1. Choose firm, blemish-free chokos.
  2. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 weeks.

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Choko ?

  • Garlic
  • onion
  • chili
  • cilantro
  • lime
  • tomatoes
  • shrimp
  • chicken
  • coconut milk.

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Choko ?

Very Mild, Slightly Sweet, Cucumber-like Subtle, Fresh, Green

Quel est un bon substitut pour Choko ?

Le meilleur substitut est Zucchini (1:1). Very similar mild flavor and texture when cooked, widely available.

Comment choisir et conserver le Choko ?

Choose firm, blemish-free chokos. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 weeks.

Ingrédients Vegetable, Squash associés

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