Ginataang Puso ng Saging

Banana blossom is simmered in coconut milk until tender and creamy. This vegan ulam is rich, earthy, and affordable.

Estimated cost: ₱60–₱70

Prep 15 min · Total 40 min · Serves 1

Nutrition per serving: 425 kcal · 6 g protein · 35 g carbs · 29 g fat

Ingredients

• 250g, sliced and soaked puso ng saging
• 1/2 cup coconut milk
• 1 tsp cooking oil
• 1 tbsp for soaking vinegar
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 tsp, minced ginger
• to taste salt
• 1/4 cup water

Steps

1. Soak sliced puso ng saging in water with vinegar for 10 minutes, then squeeze and rinse to reduce bitterness.
2. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
3. Sauté garlic and ginger for 45 seconds until fragrant.
4. Add squeezed banana blossom and cook for 3 minutes, stirring until slightly softened.
5. Pour in coconut milk and water, then bring to a gentle simmer.
6. Lower heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for 15 to 18 minutes until the banana blossom is tender.
7. Uncover and simmer for 5 minutes more until creamy; season with salt before serving.

Prices are estimates based on Department of Agriculture price monitoring. Nutrition is estimated from ingredient data (USDA FoodData Central, FNRI).