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Ginataang Mackerel Okra

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Ginataang Mackerel Okra

Ginataang Mackerel Okra is a fast coconut-milk stew with tender okra and savory canned fish.

25 minutes · Serves 3

Ingredients for Ginataang Mackerel Okra

  • 1 can mackerel in oil (425 g), including contents
  • 250 g okra, trimmed and halved
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 2 green chilies, chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil

How to cook Ginataang Mackerel Okra

  1. 1.Heat oil over medium heat; sauté garlic and onion until soft and fragrant.
  2. 2.Add canned mackerel with all its oil and sauce; gently break into large pieces and simmer for 2–3 minutes.
  3. 3.Add okra and cook for 2 minutes, until it starts to soften.
  4. 4.Add coconut milk and simmer gently for 8–10 minutes, until okra is tender and sauce slightly thickens.
  5. 5.Add green chilies, simmer 1 minute, season with salt and pepper, and serve with rice.
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