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Fragrant Mauritian Boulettes with Chayote and Garlic Sauce

Name: Fragrant Mauritian Boulettes with Chayote and Garlic Sauce
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 500g minced pork; 200g shrimp, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon ginger, minced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 1 teaspoon white pepper; 2 chayotes, peeled and julienned; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 cup chicken stock; 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water; Salt, to taste; Banana leaves or parchment paper, for lining; Water, for steaming; Fresh cilantro, chopped; Green onions, sliced

Savor the fragrant aroma and rich flavors of Mauritian boulettes, paired elegantly with a zesty chayote and garlic sauce.

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·By Ethan Brooks·January 12, 2026

Fragrant Mauritian Boulettes with Chayote and Garlic Sauce — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Boulettes

For the Chayote and Garlic Sauce

For Steaming

For Garnishes

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 493 kcal
Protein: 37 g
Carbs: 7.9 g
Fat: 34.1 g
Fiber: 1.4 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 1971 kcal
Protein: 147.9 g
Carbs: 31.7 g
Fat: 136.2 g
Fiber: 5.7 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
500g minced pork	1375	100	0	105	0
200g shrimp finely chopped	200	42	0	2	0
1 tablespoon ginger minced	5	0.1	1	0	0.2
2 cloves garlic minced	8	0.4	2	0	0.1
2 tablespoons soy sauce	20	2	2	0	0
1 tablespoon sesame oil	120	0	0	14	0
1 teaspoon white pepper	6	0.2	1.5	0.1	0.7
2 chayotes peeled and julienned	50	1	12	0	4
4 cloves garlic minced	16	0.8	4	0	0.2
1 tablespoon olive oil	120	0	0	14	0
1 cup chicken stock	15	1	1	1	0
1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water	30	0	7	0	0
Salt to taste	0	0	0	0	0
Banana leaves or parchment paper for lining	0	0	0	0	0
Water for steaming	0	0	0	0	0
Fresh cilantro chopped	1	0.1	0.1	0	0.1
Green onions sliced	5	0.3	1.1	0.1	0.4

These estimates are typical and not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Preparing the Boulettes

1
Combine ingredients
In a large bowl, combine minced pork, shrimp, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, and white pepper. Mix well.
2
Shape boulettes
Shape mixture into small balls, approximately 1-inch in diameter.
3
Chill boulettes
Place boulettes on a tray, cover with cling film, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Tip: For best flavor, allow the boulettes to marinate overnight if possible.

Preparing the Chayote and Garlic Sauce

1
Sauté garlic
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
2
Cook chayote
Add julienned chayote and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes.
3
Simmer sauce
Pour in chicken stock and bring to a simmer. Stir in cornstarch mixture to thicken. Add salt to taste.

How to Make Fragrant Mauritian Boulettes with Chayote and Garlic Sauce

Total time: 2 h · Yields 4 servings

1
Steam boulettes
Arrange boulettes on banana leaves or parchment in a steamer. Steam for 20-25 minutes or until thoroughly cooked.
2
Finish sauce
Let the sauce simmer until thickened and glossy, about 5 minutes.