Ensaladang Puso ng Saging

Name: Ensaladang Puso ng Saging
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Filipino
Ingredients: 1 lb banana blossom, sliced; 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced; 2 tsp fresh ginger, minced; 2 bird's eye chili, sliced; 1/2 cup coconut milk; 1/4 cup coconut vinegar; 1 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp ground black pepper

A traditional Filipino salad made with blanched banana blossom tossed in a creamy coconut milk and tangy vinegar dressing. It delivers a tender texture with a refreshing balance of rich, sour, and mild spicy notes.

25 minEasyServes 4110 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb banana blossom, sliced
1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
2 tsp fresh ginger, minced
2 bird's eye chili, sliced
1/2 cup coconut milk
1/4 cup coconut vinegar
1 tsp salt
1/4 tsp ground black pepper

Instructions

1

Bring a pot of water to a boil over high heat.
2

Add 1 lb sliced banana blossom and cook for 10 minutes until tender, then drain thoroughly and squeeze out liquid.
3

In a bowl, mix 1/2 cup coconut milk, 1/4 cup coconut vinegar, 1 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp ground black pepper.
4

Add banana blossom, 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion, 2 tsp minced fresh ginger, and 2 sliced bird's eye chili to the bowl and toss well.
5

Cover and chill in the refrigerator for 20 minutes before serving.

Questions

How long does Ensaladang Puso ng Saging keep?

Dressed, it is best the day it is made. Keep the components separate and refrigerated and they hold about two days; dress just before serving.

Can I halve or double Ensaladang Puso ng Saging?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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