Laing Cooked out of Love

​Laing is a popular Filipino dish made from taro leaves, coconut milk, and various spices. Here's a recipe for Laing that you can try:

Ingredients:

• 1 lb taro leaves
• 2 cups coconut milk
• 1 cup water
• 1/2 lb pork belly, sliced into small pieces
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 thumb-sized ginger, sliced
• 4 pieces bird's eye chili, chopped
• 2 tbsp shrimp paste
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Cooking oil

:

1. Wash the taro leaves thoroughly and cut them into thin strips. Set aside.

2. In a pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add the pork belly and cook until browned.

3. Add the garlic, onion, ginger, and bird's eye chili. Saute for a few minutes until fragrant.

4. Add the shrimp paste and saute for another minute.

5. Add the coconut milk and water. Bring to a boil.

6. Add the taro leaves and stir well. Let it simmer for about 20-30 minutes or until the taro leaves are cooked.

7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

8. Serve hot with steamed rice.

This Laing recipe is easy to make and packed with flavor. Enjoy!