Best 3 Pinakbet Vegetables Stewed In Fermented Shrimp Paste Recipes

Pinakbet, a hearty and flavorful Filipino dish, is a vibrant medley of fresh vegetables stewed in a savory sauce made from fermented shrimp paste, locally known as bagoong. This dish is a celebration of diverse textures and flavors, with the tender vegetables absorbing the rich and tangy sauce, creating a symphony of flavors in every bite. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a culinary novice, this guide will lead you through the steps to create an authentic and delectable pinakbet that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more.

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PINAKBET (VEGETABLES STEWED IN FERMENTED SHRIMP PASTE)

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Filipino cooking embraces salt - perhaps the legacy of life in a tropical climate, where, before refrigeration, food had to be preserved. The primary salt in pinkabet, a vegetable stew, is bagoong, a satisfyingly funky paste of fermented shrimp or fish. As with miso, there are many types of bagoong: dry or oily, toasted or raw, bright pink and briny or dark brown and faintly sweet. I like to use the pink variety because of the large formations of salt crystals. Paired with the toasted and caramelized tomato paste, the bagoong achieves a deep, concentrated umami flavor, enough to season all the vegetables.

Provided by Angela Dimayuga

Categories dinner, one pot, soups and stews, vegetables, main course

Time 50m

Yield 8 to 12 servings (makes about 12 cups)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 tablespoons neutral oil, such as canola
12 garlic cloves, smashed
3 tablespoons tomato paste
5 tablespoons bagoong (Filipino fermented shrimp paste), preferably the untoasted pink variety
3 very ripe tomatoes, halved, then each half cubed into 4 quarters
2 large yellow onions, halved, then each half cubed into 4 quarters
10 ounces kabocha squash, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces (about 3 cups)
1 1/2 tablespoons kosher salt
1 pound okra, ends trimmed
1/2 pound long beans, cut into 2-inch pieces
2 Japanese eggplants, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 bittermelon, halved lengthwise, seeds removed, then cut into 1/2-inch moons
Steamed jasmine rice, for serving

Steps:

In a large pot, heat the oil over medium-high until it shimmers. Add the garlic and cook, stirring until softened, about 3 minutes. Add the tomato paste and cook, stirring, until caramelized, toasted and darkened, about 2 minutes. Add the bagoong and cook, stirring, until superfragrant and aromatic, about 2 minutes.
Add the tomatoes and stir to deglaze, about 3 minutes. Add the onions, squash, salt and 2 cups water and cook over medium-high, stirring occasionally, until vegetables start to soften and liquid reduces slightly and becomes glossy, about 10 minutes.
Add the okra, long beans, eggplants and bittermelon, and cook over medium-high, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally, until the squash and other vegetables are soft but retain some bite, and long beans are floppy, 15 to 20 minutes.
Serve hot over rice, or set it on a buffet, where it's equally good served at room temperature.

PINAKBET (FILIPINO MEAT VEGGIE STEW WITH SHRIMP PASTE)

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A popular Ilocano dish from the Northern regions of the Philippines. You can omit the bittermelon if you're not a fan, as it is an acquired taste. Authentic pinakbet includes bittermelon in the recipe. If you can't find the salted shrimp paste at your local Safeway, try your friendly local Asian supermarkets. You can also make this a vegetarian dish by omitting the pork.

Provided by cali_love

Categories Stew

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1/2 lb pork, sliced
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 onion, chopped
2 tomatoes, chopped
1/2 calabaza squash, cubed
2 cups okra, sliced
2 cups chinese long beans, chopped
2 Japanese eggplants, sliced
1 bitter melon, sliced (optional)
1 -1 1/2 cup water
2 -3 tablespoons bagoong, alamang (salted shrimp paste)

Steps:

In a large, deep skillet (or casserole), heat oil over medium heat. Cook pork until it turns slightly brown.
Stir in garlic, onions and tomatoes. Sauté for a few minutes until tomatoes are wilted.
Add squash and okra, stir-fry for a minute or two and then add the rest of the vegetables. Gently stir to combine.
Pour in water and add the bagoong alamang, and bring to a boil.
Lower the heat and simmer covered over low heat until vegetables are tender. Be sure not to overcook it. You may wish to correct the taste by adding a little bit of bagoong alamang. Gently stir to blend.
Immediately remove from heat. Transfer to a serving dish. Serve hot alongside steamed rice.

PINAKBET ( PHILIPPINE VEGETABLE STEW)

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This is a famous Philippine vegetarian main dish. Very healthy because it is a mixture of different kinds of vegetables

Provided by gailinsik

Categories Stew

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 lb Japanese eggplant, cut into 2 inch sections
salt
5 ounces long beans, trimmed, cut into 3 inch lenghts
5 pieces fresh ginger, quarter sized
3 garlic cloves
1 medium onion, chopped
4 teaspoons Japanese soy sauce
1 1/2 lbs red squash
10 whole okra, trimmed

Steps:

Brown the ginger, garlic and onions.
Add two cups of water and all the ingredients.
Simmer vigourously for 20 minutes.
Stirring often.
It is done when the liquid is thick and the vegetables are tender.
Add salt if necessary.
Remove the ginger.

Tips for Making Pinakbet:

Choose fresh, young vegetables. Older vegetables will be tough and less flavorful.
Cut the vegetables into uniform pieces. This will help them cook evenly.
Use a large pot or Dutch oven. You need plenty of room for all the vegetables and liquid.
Sauté the aromatics before adding the vegetables. This will help to release their flavor and create a delicious base for the stew.
Add the bagoong alamang (fermented shrimp paste) last. This will prevent it from overpowering the other flavors in the dish.
Simmer the stew until the vegetables are tender. This will take about 15-20 minutes.
Serve with rice and enjoy!

Conclusion:

Pinakbet is a delicious and hearty Filipino stew that is perfect for a cold night. It is made with a variety of fresh vegetables, fermented shrimp paste, and pork belly. The vegetables are stewed in a flavorful broth until they are tender, and the pork belly adds a rich and savory flavor to the dish. Pinakbet is typically served with rice, and it can also be enjoyed with other Filipino dishes such as adobo or kare-kare.