Ginataang Hipon with Kalabasa and Sitaw

INGREDIENTS:

• 2 cups kalabasa (kabocha squash), pared, seeded and cut into 2-inch chunks
• 2 cups sitaw (long beans), ends trimmed and cut into 3-inch lengths
• 1/2 lb large shrimps (about 7 to 8 pieces), tendrils trimmed
• 2 to 3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
• 1 small onion, peeled and thinly sliced
• 2 cups coconut milk
• 1 banana chili
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• salt to taste

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. In a pot, heat oil over medium heat. Saute onions and garlic until limp. Add fish sauce and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, for about 1 to 2 minutes.
2. Pour in coconut milk and add chili. Bring to a gentle boil and continue to cook for about 5 minutes.
3. Add squash and cook for about 3 to 5 minutes. Add long beans and continue to cook for another 5 to 6 minutes. Add shrimp and continue to cook for about 4 to 5 minutes or until squash is softened, long beans are tender yet crisp and shrimps have changed color. Season with salt to taste.

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