Chicken Binagoongan

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A flavorful Filipino dish featuring chicken cooked with shrimp paste and served with fried eggplant.

Chicken Binagoongan recipe
Prep Time
15min
Cook Time
50min
Total Time
1hr 5min

Ingredients

3 Servings
(1 serving = 1 portion)

Fry Eggplant

  • eggplant
    eggplant
    500g
  • water
    water
    1/4cup
  • cooking oil
    cooking oil
    1tbsp

Saute/Simmer

  • fresh whole chicken
    fresh whole chicken
    1 1/8kg
  • water
    water
    1/4cup
  • thin sliced ginger
    thin sliced ginger
    1
  • garlic
    garlic
    1/3cup
  • shallots
    shallots
    1/2cup
  • shrimp sauce
    shrimp sauce
    2tbsp
  • tomatoes
    tomatoes
    1cup
  • sugar
    sugar
    1tsp
  • chicken powder
    chicken powder
    1tsp
  • spicy chilis
    spicy chilis
    1tbsp
  • pc green chili
    pc green chili
    1
  • fried eggplant
    fried eggplant
  • garnish with spicy chilis
    garnish with spicy chilis

How to make Chicken Binagoongan

Fry Eggplant

  1. Step 1

    Slice the eggplant into desired pieces.

  2. Step 2

    Heat cooking oil in a pan.

  3. Step 3

    Add eggplant and fry until golden brown.

  4. Step 4

    Remove from pan and set aside.

Saute/Simmer

  1. Step 1

    In a large pot, add water and bring to a simmer.

  2. Step 2

    Add ginger, garlic, and shallots. Saute until fragrant.

  3. Step 3

    Add the fresh whole chicken and cook until it starts to brown.

  4. Step 4

    Stir in shrimp sauce, tomatoes, sugar, chicken powder, and spicy chilis.

  5. Step 5

    Add the green chili and continue to simmer until the chicken is fully cooked.

  6. Step 6

    Serve with fried eggplant and garnish with additional spicy chilis.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

853.3kcal (42.67%)

Protein

76.7g (100%)

Carbs

20.0g (7.27%)

Sugars

6.7g (13.34%)

Healthy Fat

40.3g

Unhealthy Fat

13.3g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

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Tips & Tricks

  1. For a less spicy version, reduce the amount of spicy chilis.

  2. Ensure the eggplant is thoroughly dried before frying to prevent oil splatter.

FAQS

  1. Can I use chicken pieces instead of a whole chicken?

    Yes, you can use chicken pieces for easier cooking and serving.

  2. What can I use as a substitute for shrimp sauce?

    You can use fish sauce as a substitute, but it will alter the flavor slightly.

  3. How do I store leftovers?

    Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

  4. Can I make this dish less spicy?

    Yes, reduce the amount of spicy chilis or omit them entirely.

  5. Is this dish gluten-free?

    Ensure that the shrimp sauce and chicken powder are gluten-free to make the dish gluten-free.

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