BEST Ginataang Papaya
A creamy, savory, and comforting dish made with tender green papaya simmered in coconut cream, tomatoes, and aromatics. It is a quick vegan Filipino dish that pairs perfectly with steamed rice.
Servings: servings
Calories: 202kcal
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 3 cloves of garlic minced
- 1 small onion chopped
- 2 tomatoes sliced
- 1 medium green papaya peeled, seeded, and thinly sliced
- 1 cup water
- ½ cup coconut cream
- 3 chilis
- salt to taste
- mushroom seasoning to taste, optional
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
Sauté the Aromatics
- Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add the garlic, onion, and tomatoes.
- Cook until fragrant and the onion becomes translucent.
Cook the Green Papaya
- Add the sliced green papaya and sauté for 2 minutes.
- Cover the pan and let the papaya soften slightly.
- Pour in the water and cover again.
- Simmer until the papaya is tender, adding more water if needed.
Season the Dish
- Add salt, mushroom seasoning, and black pepper.
- Stir gently and taste the sauce.
- Adjust the seasoning as needed.
Add the Coconut Cream
- Pour in the coconut cream.
- Simmer gently for about 2 minutes while stirring carefully.
- Do not let the coconut cream boil too strongly.
Finish and Serve
- Add the chilis. Then, turn off the heat.
- Serve warm with steamed rice.
Notes
- Use green papaya for the best texture.
- Do not overcook after adding coconut cream to prevent curdling.
Serving: 1gCalories: 202kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.01gSodium: 18mgPotassium: 539mgFiber: 4gSugar: 11gVitamin A: 1556IUVitamin C: 107mgCalcium: 42mgIron: 1mg
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