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chilacayote

chilacayote

1 9.9
A squash from Central America used in sweet or savory cooking
  • noun
  • /ˌtʃɪləˈkaɪoʊti/
  • US
: chilacayote
  • The market had fresh chilacayote for sale alongside other local vegetables.

Examples

  • She made a sweet jam from chilacayote for the festival.

  • In traditional recipes, chilacayote is often cooked with sugar and cinnamon.

  • The chilacayote is a versatile ingredient in many dishes.

  • I love using chilacayote in my soups.

  • In many traditional recipes, chilacayote is used to create savory soups and stews.

  • The chef included chilacayote in the salad for a unique flavor and texture.

  • For dessert, she made a delicious pie using chilacayote and cinnamon.

Synonyms

squash
vschilacayote
67 1.6

A large edible fruit from plants like pumpkin or zucchini used as a vegetable

is a specific Central American type used in both sweet and savory dishes

Surface Forms

chilacayote singular
chilacayotes plural

Etymology

Chilacayote comes from the Nahuatl word chilacayohtli, the original local name for this Central American squash, so the name simply labels the vegetable people buy in markets and cook in many dishes.