Ginataang Labong

Ingredients for Ginataang Labong

• 2 cups sliced bamboo shoots
• 2 cups coconut milk
• 1/2 cup coconut cream
• 150 g pork belly, small cubes
• 3 red chillies, finely chopped
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1 tbsp ginger, chopped
• Fish sauce, to taste
• Freshly ground pepper
• Oil

How to cook Ginataang Labong

1. 1.If the bamboo shoots are not fresh, boil them in water for 30 minutes until tender. Drain, cool, and squeeze dry.
2. 2.Heat oil in a pan and sauté the garlic, ginger, chillies, and onion until fragrant.
3. 3.Add the pork belly and cook until browned on all sides.
4. 4.Stir in the bamboo shoots and coconut milk. Bring to a boil, then simmer over medium heat for 30 minutes until the liquid has reduced.
5. 5.Add the coconut cream, fish sauce, and pepper. Simmer gently for 5 minutes and serve with rice.