Squash with Coconut Milk (Ginataang Kalabasa)

Ginataang Kalabasa is a popular Filipino dish made with squash cooked in coconut milk. It is often enjoyed as a comforting and flavorful vegetarian or vegan option.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Squash with Coconut Milk (Ginataang Kalabasa)

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: Filipino Courses: Dinner, Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 50 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 500 gram Squash
• 400 milliliter Coconut Milk
• 1 piece Onion
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Ginger
• 1 piece Chili Pepper
• 1 teaspoon Fish Sauce
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 200 milliliter Water
• 2 tablespoon Cooking Oil

Instructions

1. Heat cooking oil in a pot over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, ginger, and chili pepper. Saute until aromatic.
2. Add the squash and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Pour in the coconut milk and water. Bring to a boil.
4. Season with fish sauce and salt. Stir well.
5. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes or until the squash is tender.
6. Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
7. Serve hot with steamed rice.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 200kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 25g9%

Sugars 10g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.