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Calabacitas

Cultural Context

Originating from Mexico, Calabacitas is a traditional dish that showcases the region's abundant summer squash and corn. It reflects the agricultural heritage of Mexican cuisine, often served as a side dish or vegetarian main. Today, variations can be found across the globe, with many adapting the recipe to include different vegetables or spices.

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4 servings
Servings4
8 Mexican squash
1 onion
1 clove garlic
2 tomatoes
1 red bell pepper
1 yellow bell pepper
1 orange bell pepper
3 green chiles
cilantro
1

Start by chopping 1 onion into small pieces.

2

Chop 1 clove of garlic into small pieces.

3

Cut 8 Mexican squash into small squares.

4

Chop 2 tomatoes into small pieces.

5

Cut 1 red bell pepper, 1 yellow bell pepper, and 1 orange bell pepper in half, remove the seeds, and chop into small pieces.

6

Chop 3 green chiles into small pieces.

7

In a pan, sauté the chopped onion and garlic until fragrant.

8

Add the chopped squash and sauté until they are slightly tender but still have a crunch.

9

Add the chopped bell peppers, tomatoes, and green chiles to the pan and mix well.

10

Add chopped cilantro to the mixture and stir everything together.

11

Cook until all the vegetables are tender and well combined.

Equipment Needed

pan

Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milk
Local Name: calabacitas

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