Pinakbet
An indigenous northern dish of mixed vegetables steamed in fish or shrimp sauce.
Contains common allergens
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Instructions
- 1
Render the Pork: In a wide pan, cook the pork belly strips over medium heat until they release their fat and turn golden and crispy. Push the pork to one side.
- 2
Sauté Aromatics: In the rendered pork fat, sauté the onions and diced tomatoes for about 5 minutes until the tomatoes break down and become mushy. Stir the pork back in.
- 3
Add Shrimp Paste: Add the shrimp paste and cook for 2 minutes to release its umami flavor. Pour in 1 cup of water and bring to a simmer.
- 4
Layer the Vegetables: Add the hardest vegetables first: the squash (kalabasa) and string beans. Cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Next, add the eggplant and bitter melon (do not stir the bitter melon to prevent it from becoming excessively bitter).
- 5
Steam to Finish: Cover the pan again and let the vegetables steam in the flavorful liquid for another 5-7 minutes. The vegetables should be tender but retain their shape and a slight bite. Serve hot.
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