🍐 Mocked Pears Using Chokos (Chayote) – Classic Dessert Recipe

This vintage-style dessert uses chokos (also known as chayote) to mimic the taste and texture of stewed pears. With the right spices and a little sweetness,

you'll fool even the fussiest of eaters!

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📝 Ingredients:

• 2 large chokos, peeled, cored & sliced into wedges

• 2 cups water

• 1 cup white sugar (adjust to taste)

• 1 tsp pear essence (or vanilla essence as a backup)

• 1 tsp lemon juice

• 1 cinnamon stick or ½ tsp ground cinnamon

• Optional: 2–3 cloves or a pinch of nutmeg for warmth

👩‍🍳 Method:

1. Prepare the chokos

2. Peel and slice the chokos into pear-like wedges or chunks. Remove the inner seed if mature.

3. Boil the chokos

4. In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Add the sliced chokos and simmer for 10–15 minutes until just tender (not mushy!).

5. Add flavour and sweetness

6. Add sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice, and pear essence to the pot. Stir gently. Simmer for another 10 minutes to let the chokos absorb the flavours.

7. Cool and serve

8. Allow the mocked pears to cool in the syrup — they’ll take on more flavor as they sit. Serve warm or chilled with custard, ice cream, or a dollop of cream.

🍨 Serving Ideas:

• Spoon over vanilla ice cream

• Serve with warm custard

• Use as a sweet topping for porridge or pancakes

• Enjoy straight from the fridge for a retro treat!

  

💡 Tips & Tricks:

• No pear essence? Use vanilla, almond, or even apple essence for a twist.

  
  
  
  

• Want extra authenticity? Add a few drops of green or yellow food coloring to match the look of preserved pears.

• For a firmer bite, cook the chokos less and let them finish in the warm syrup off the heat.

Mocked pears are a sweet way to make the most of chokos — a humble veggie with so much potential. It’s nostalgia in a bowl and a fun recipe to share with friends and family who’ll never guess they’re not eating real pears!