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Ginisang Sitaw Kalabasa at Malunggay with Shrimp

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Ginisang Sitaw Kalabasa at Malunggay with Shrimp

This quick ginisa pairs sweet kalabasa, sitaw, malunggay, and tender shrimp in a light broth.

23 minutes · Serves 4

Ingredients for Ginisang Sitaw Kalabasa at Malunggay with Shrimp

  • 1 lb medium shrimp, heads and shells removed
  • 1 lb butternut squash, cubed
  • 18 to 20 sitaw, cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 1 cup malunggay leaves
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 3 tbsp oil
  • Salt and ground black pepper, to taste

How to cook Ginisang Sitaw Kalabasa at Malunggay with Shrimp

  1. 1.Heat oil over medium heat and pan-fry shrimp for 1 minute per side. Transfer to a plate.
  2. 2.Sauté garlic and onion in the remaining oil until fragrant.
  3. 3.Stir-fry squash for 3 minutes, then add sitaw and cook 1 minute.
  4. 4.Add malunggay and chicken broth; bring to a boil, cover, and cook 5 to 8 minutes until vegetables are tender.
  5. 5.Season with salt and pepper, then serve the shrimp with the vegetables and broth.
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