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Mixed vegetables simmered gently in coconut milk with a little shrimp paste, a simple, comforting Filipino vegetable stew.
Tips for the best ginataang gulay
- Simmer gently rather than boiling hard, so the coconut milk does not split.
- Add the leafy greens last, so they stay bright and just wilted.
Frequently asked questions
Is ginataang gulay vegetarian?
It can be made vegetarian by using salt or a vegetarian fish sauce substitute instead of bagoong or fish sauce.
What vegetables work best in ginataang gulay?
Squash, sweet potato, green beans, aubergine and leafy greens are all common, use what you have.
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- Bagoong shrimp paste. The savoury base behind many Filipino stews.
