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Ginataang Puso ng Saging

Rock your tastebuds with creamy Ginataang Puso ng Saging! It's easy to make, budget-friendly, and a tasty side dish to grilled meat or fish.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 362 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Main Course
Cuisine: Filipino

Ingredients

  • 2 large banana hearts (about 4 pounds)
  • 2 tablespoons rock salt
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 1 onion, peeled and chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
  • ½ pound pork belly, diced
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 can (13.5 ounces) coconut milk
  • 2 Thai chili peppers, stemmed and minced
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

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  1. Peel and discard the outer, fibrous skin layers of banana heart until you reach the lighter, softer core. 
  2. Trim off the stem and discard. Cut into half and slice thinly. 
  3. In a large bowl, place the shredded banana heart and rock salt. Let stand for about 10 to 15 minutes or until it begins to release liquid. Using hands, squeeze to release bitter sap. Rinse very well with cold water and drain.
  4. In a wide pan over medium heat, heat oil. Add onions and garlic and cook until softened.
  5. Add pork and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned. 
  6. Add fish sauce and continue to cook for about 1 to 2 minutes.
  7. Add banana heart. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 3 to 5 minutes or until releases liquid.
  8. Add coconut milk and chili peppers.
  9. Lower heat, cover, and continue to cook for about 15 to 20 minutes or until vegetable is tender, pork is cooked through, and sauce is thickened. 
  10. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.

Notes

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  • After slicing and salting the banana heart, keep in a bowl of cold water until ready to use to prevent discoloration.
  • Cook the coconut sauce at a gentle simmer, and do not boil lest it curdles or separates.

Nutrition Information

Calories 362kcal (18%) Carbohydrates 4g (1%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 37g (57%) Saturated Fat 20g (100%) Cholesterol 27mg (9%) Sodium 257mg (11%) Potassium 262mg (7%) Vitamin A 10IU (0%) Vitamin C 5mg (6%) Calcium 21mg (2%) Iron 2.7mg (15%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 362

% Daily Value*

Calories 362kcal 18%
Carbohydrates 4g 1%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 37g 57%
Saturated Fat 20g 100%
Cholesterol 27mg 9%
Sodium 257mg 11%
Potassium 262mg 6%
Vitamin A 10IU 0%
Vitamin C 5mg 6%
Calcium 21mg 2%
Iron 2.7mg 15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.