Ginataang Langka

Ingredients for Ginataang Langka

• 300 g young jackfruit, sliced
• 150 g pork belly, cubed
• 150 g shrimp, optional
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 6 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/2 thumb-sized piece ginger, sliced
• 8 finger chilies
• 3 cups coconut milk, divided
• Fish sauce, to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• Oil

How to cook Ginataang Langka

1. 1.Heat oil in a wok over medium heat; sauté garlic, onion, finger chilies, and ginger until fragrant.
2. 2.Add pork belly and stir-fry until browned on all sides.
3. 3.Pour in 2 cups coconut milk, bring to a boil, then simmer for 5 minutes.
4. 4.Add young jackfruit and simmer for 20 minutes, until tender and most liquid has reduced.
5. 5.Add remaining coconut milk and shrimp, if using; simmer 5 minutes until shrimp are opaque.
6. 6.Season with fish sauce and black pepper, then serve.