Ginataang Kalabasa at Sitaw (Squash and Green Beans in Coconut Milk)

Ingredients

• 1 lb cubed Kalabasa (Squash)
• 1 cup cut into 2-inch pieces Sitaw (Green Beans)
• 1 can (13.5 oz) Coconut Milk
• 1 medium chopped Onion
• 3 cloves minced Garlic
• 1 tbsp minced Ginger
• 1 tbsp Fish Sauce
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 1/4 tsp Black Pepper

Instructions

1. 1Place a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat (350°F / 175°C). Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and minced ginger. Sauté, stirring often, until the ingredients are fragrant and the onion is softened, about 3-5 minutes.
2. 2Add the 1 lb cubed Kalabasa (Squash) and the 1 cup cut into 2-inch pieces Sitaw (Green Beans) to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes.
3. 3Pour in the 1 can (13.5 oz) Coconut Milk. Stir to combine everything in the pot. Increase the heat slightly to bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, which is when small bubbles appear around the edges of the pot.
4. 4Season the mixture with the 1 tbsp Fish Sauce, 1/2 tsp Salt, and 1/4 tsp Black Pepper. Stir well to distribute the seasonings.
5. 5Reduce the heat to low (250°F / 120°C) and let the dish simmer gently, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes. Stir every few minutes to prevent sticking. The dish is ready when the squash is fork-tender, meaning a fork can easily pierce it, and the sauce has thickened slightly.
6. 6Serve the Ginataang Kalabasa at Sitaw hot.

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