Foolproof Ginataang Gabi
Foolproof Ginataang Gabi is an authentic Filipino-Bicolano vegetarian dish that is rich, creamy, and delicious and makes a perfect meal in itself!
Calories: 1669kcal
Ingredients
- 350 grams of fresh taro gabi stalks, leaves and root must be 2 inches in length and cut horizontally
- 1 ½ cup coconut milk
- 1 thumb-sized ginger chopped and mashed
- 8-10 cloves of garlic peeled and pressed
- 1-2 med size red shallots chopped quarter size
- 3 green chili peppers
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 3 big size batwan or calamansi optional
- 2 tablespoon coconut vinegar
- 1 cup coconut cream
- ½ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- In a deep pot, add the taro (gabi) stalks, coconut milk, ginger, garlic, shallots, chili peppers, and salt in the pot.
- Place the pot on the stove, cover it with a lid, and turn on the fire on medium heat. Set the timer for 15 minutes!IMPORTANT: Do not mix or touch the mixture because it will make the taro itchy.
- Next add batwan, vinegar and allow it to boil for about 2 minutes.
- Add coconut cream, pepper, and allow it to simmer again until the oil comes out of the cream, about 10 minutes.
- Check if the seasoning and taste are perfect for your taste buds and serve with steamed brown or white rice!
Notes
*if you you don’t have fresh taro, you can also use dried Taro leaves and stalks
Serving: 1gCalories: 1669kcalCarbohydrates: 63gProtein: 35gFat: 158gSaturated Fat: 139gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 7061mgPotassium: 4021mgFiber: 20gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 16900IUVitamin C: 203mgCalcium: 526mgIron: 25mg
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