Ginataang Kangkong Recipe

A close-up view of Ginataang Kangkong, a savory Filipino dish made with fresh shrimp, crispy pork, and mung beans in a coconut milk-based broth. The dish features water spinach (kangkong) adding a leafy texture to the mix.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups (1 can) coconut cream
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons ginger, grated
  • 3 medium onion, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon rock salt
  • 2 long chili pepper (Siling Haba)
  • 1 red siling labuyo, sliced
  • 2 bundles kangkong, washed, hard stems removed
  • ½ kilo pork or shrimps (your choice)

Instructions

  1. a large pan, saute pork and season with salt, and saute until cooked through.
  2. In another pot over medium to low heat, pour coconut milk, water, garlic, ginger, and onion. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
  3. Add fried pork into the pot of simmering coconut milk once sauce becomes slightly thick. Then, add green pepper; cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
  4. Finaly, add kangkong; simmer quickly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Serve and enjoy!

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