Ginataang Pusit recipe

Ginataang Pusit

by @eaglewings1989
Prep Time
15min
Cook Time
30min
Total Time
45min

A traditional Filipino dish made with squid and eggplant cooked in coconut milk.

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = 1 bowl)
  • 500g
    squid
  • 250g
    eggplant
  • 1can
    coconut milk
  • 1clove
    garlic
  • 1piece
    onion
  • 1piece
    ginger
  • 1piece
    green chili
  • 1tbsp
    vinegar
  • 1tbsp
    sugar
  • 1dash
    shrimp paste
  • 1pinch
    salt
  • 1pinch
    pepper

How to make Ginataang Pusit

  1. Clean the squid and remove the ink.

  2. Clean the eggplant and cut into halves.

  3. Sauté garlic, onion, and ginger in a pan.

  4. Add squid, salt, and pepper. Cover and cook for about 10 minutes.

  5. Add the cut eggplants and coconut milk. Let it simmer for another 15 minutes.

  6. Add a bit of shrimp paste, mix well.

  7. Add green chili, sugar, and vinegar. Cover and cook for another 5 minutes.

Tips & Tricks

  1. Ensure the squid is thoroughly cleaned to avoid any bitterness.

  2. Adjust the amount of chili to control the spiciness of the dish.