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Nilagang Manok

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Nilagang Manok

A clear, comforting chicken soup with Saba bananas, potatoes, and bok choy.

50 minutes · Serves 4

Ingredients for Nilagang Manok

  • 1 1/2 lb chicken, cut into serving pieces
  • 3 Saba bananas, sliced
  • 2 potatoes, cubed
  • 5 cups water
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 bunches bok choy, bases removed
  • 1 onion, cut into wedges
  • 3 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 1 teaspoon whole peppercorns

How to cook Nilagang Manok

  1. 1.Bring water to a boil in a pot. Add onion, peppercorns, and chicken broth; cover and return to a boil.
  2. 2.Add chicken gently and boil over medium heat for 30 minutes.
  3. 3.Add Saba bananas and potatoes. Cover and boil for 12 minutes, until the potatoes are tender.
  4. 4.Season with fish sauce. Add bok choy, cover, and let residual heat wilt it for about 5 minutes.
  5. 5.Serve hot with white rice.
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