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Ginataang Gulay: Filipino Vegetable Coconut Stew

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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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Huì

Huì

Huì is a Beijing-born chef working in the UK. She writes The Asian Larder, with tested Asian recipes for British home cooks and honest advice on where to buy every ingredient.
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