Ginataang Kalabasa at Sitaw with Hipon (Shrimp, Squash & Green Vegetables in Coconut Milk)

Ginataang Kalabasa at Hipon

Ingredients

• 1 c Peeled Raw Shrimp
• 1/2 White Onion Chopped
• 1T Minced Garlic
• 1T Bagoong Alamang (Shrimp Paste)
• 1 can Coconut Milk
• 3 c Kalabasa (Orange Squash) in cubes (3 inches)
• 1 c Green Beans or Sitaw cute in 3 inches length
• 1/2 c Spinach or Green leafy vegetable
• 1 T oil for pan

Cooking Directions

1. Heat oil in a deep pot. Saute Onions and Garlic to soften. Add Shrimp until it turns pink, remove shrimp and set aside in a bowl. Add bagoong to the pot and pour coconut milk. Mix. Let boil then simmer to medium low for 5 minutes or until reduced. Add Squash, cover and simmer for 7 minutes or until semi-soft. When done, add the shrimp, green beans and season with Black Pepper (ground) to taste. Cover and simmer for 5 minutes or until tender. Add chopped leafy greens and mix. Cover again and let soften for another 5 min. Turn off heat and serve with white or brown rice.
3. Enjoy!