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Kilawing Puso ng Saging

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Kilawing Puso ng Saging

Savory banana blossom with pork, vinegar, and mild heat.

1 hour · Serves 4

Ingredients for Kilawing Puso ng Saging

  • 1 large banana blossom, chopped
  • 1 cup pork belly, cubed
  • 4 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 1/2 cup cane vinegar
  • 1 cup chicken stock
  • Sliced green chillies, as desired
  • Fish sauce, to taste
  • Freshly ground pepper
  • Oil
  • 3 tbsp salt, for soaking

How to cook Kilawing Puso ng Saging

  1. 1.Soak the banana blossom in water with 3 tbsp salt for 15 minutes. Drain and squeeze out excess water.
  2. 2.Heat oil in a pan and fry the pork belly until lightly browned.
  3. 3.Add the garlic and onion, then sauté until fragrant and the onion is soft.
  4. 4.Stir in the banana blossom and cook for 5 minutes.
  5. 5.Pour in the chicken stock and vinegar; bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and cook until tender for 15 minutes.
  6. 6.Add the green chillies, fish sauce, and pepper. Cook over low heat for 5 minutes, then serve.
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