Guinataang Labong

One of my favorite, easy to cook and healthy too. It is budget-friendly since it will not cost you a hundred pesos to make a delectable meal. It is also healthy because calories and fats are relatively low. Besides, it is rich in fiber and potassium.

Ingredients:

2 cups sliced bamboo shoots
2 cups coconut milk
1/2 cup coconut cream
150g pork belly, cut into small cubes
6 pcs dried red chillies
1 large onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp ginger, minced
fish sauce
freshly ground black pepper
oil

Procedure:

1. In a pot add water and bamboo shoots then boil for 30 minutes if using the non-fresh ones. Once tender drain let it cool then squeeze out water.
2. In a wok add oil then saute garlic, ginger, chillies and onions.
3. Add pork and brown on all sides.
4. Add bamboo shoots and coconut milk then bring to a boil. Simmer for 30 minutes in medium heat until liquid is reduced. Add water if neeeded.
5. Add coconut cream, season with fish sauce and freshly ground black pepper then simmer for 5 minutes in medium heat.
6. Serve with freshly cooked steamed rice.