Best Method recommended method with best effort-to-efficacy tradeoff 2-3 weeks
Refrigerated
- Do not wash until ready to use
- Store in perforated plastic bag or crisper drawer
- Refrigerate
- Keep away from ethylene producers
Cut/Prepared storage method for produce that has been cut open (shorter duration, different handling) 2-3 days
Cut Chayote
- Wrap cut surface or store in sealed container
- Refrigerate
Protect your produce
This item is sensitive to ethylene gas, which is released by other produce.
Fridge Friend absorbs ethylene gas, bacteria, odours, and excess moisture to make your food stay fresh longer.
Revival Tips
Slightly soft chayote can still be cooked or stuffed.
Fun Facts
- Chayote (mirliton) is a mild, crisp squash; the whole fruit including the seed is edible when cooked.