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Ginataang Manok Na May Luyang Dilaw

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Ginataang Manok Na May Luyang Dilaw

Turmeric and coconut give this chicken dish its sunny color and gentle heat.

1 hour · Serves 4

Ingredients for Ginataang Manok Na May Luyang Dilaw

  • 2 lb chicken thighs, cut into serving pieces
  • 1 packet (20 g) Knorr Ginataang Gulay mix
  • 1 cup hot pepper leaves (dahon ng sili)
  • 1/2 cup sliced turmeric (luyang dilaw)
  • 5 Thai chillies, optional
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 5 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 2 1/2 cups water
  • 1/8 teaspoon crushed peppercorns
  • 3 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 3 tablespoons cooking oil

How to cook Ginataang Manok Na May Luyang Dilaw

  1. 1.Heat oil and sauté garlic, onion, and turmeric until the onion softens.
  2. 2.Add chicken and cook until all sides are light to medium brown.
  3. 3.Add 1 1/2 cups water, bring to a boil, cover, and cook over medium heat for 30 minutes.
  4. 4.Dissolve Ginataang Gulay mix in 1 cup water and add it to the pan; bring to a boil.
  5. 5.Add peppercorns and optional Thai chillies. Cover and cook until sauce reduces by half.
  6. 6.Stir in dahon ng sili and fish sauce; cook uncovered for 5 minutes, then serve with rice.
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