​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
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Wash the taro leaves thoroughly and cut them into thin strips. Set aside.
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In a pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add the pork belly and cook until browned.
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Add the garlic, onion, ginger, and bird’s eye chili. Saute for a few minutes until fragrant.
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Add the shrimp paste and saute for another minute.
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Add the coconut milk and water. Bring to a boil.
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Add the taro leaves and stir well. Let it simmer for about 20-30 minutes or until the taro leaves are cooked.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Serve hot with steamed rice.
This Laing recipe is easy to make and packed with flavor. Enjoy!