Kangkong with Bagoong

Ingredients for Kangkong with Bagoong

• 4 garlic cloves, chopped
• 1 small shallot, chopped
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 2 tbsp vinegar
• 6 tbsp raw shrimp bagoong
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
• Freshly ground black pepper
• Pork lard
• Kangkong leaves and tender stalks
• Sautéed bagoong, optional prepared topping
• Fried garlic, for topping

How to cook Kangkong with Bagoong

1. 1.Heat pork lard in a wok and fry garlic and shallot until golden; reserve some fried garlic for topping.
2. 2.Add raw shrimp bagoong, vinegar, cayenne, and sugar. Stir-fry 3 to 5 minutes until dark red.
3. 3.Season the sautéed bagoong with black pepper.
4. 4.Blanch kangkong leaves and stalks briefly in boiling water, then drain thoroughly.
5. 5.Arrange kangkong on a plate and spoon over sautéed bagoong and fried garlic.