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Ginataang Alimango at Langka

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Ginataang Alimango at Langka

Paddle crabs and young jackfruit simmer in a lush, spicy coconut sauce.

45 minutes · Serves 4

Ingredients for Ginataang Alimango at Langka

  • 12 to 15 medium paddle crabs
  • 2 cans (500 g each) young jackfruit, sliced
  • 8 green chilies
  • 800 ml coconut milk
  • 200 ml coconut cream
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 6 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 thumb ginger, sliced
  • Fish sauce
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • Oil

How to cook Ginataang Alimango at Langka

  1. 1.Heat oil in a wok over medium heat. Sauté garlic, onion, and ginger until fragrant.
  2. 2.Add coconut milk, green chilies, and crabs. Bring to a boil, then simmer over medium heat for 8 minutes.
  3. 3.Remove crabs. Add jackfruit and simmer uncovered over high heat for 15 minutes, until the coconut milk reduces and releases oil.
  4. 4.Return crabs to the wok with coconut cream. Simmer 5 minutes, season with fish sauce and black pepper, and serve.
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