Ginataang Langka

Ingredients:

• 3 clove garlic, chopped
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 tablespoons ginger slivers
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 6 cups young langka, sliced
• 2 cups fresh gata (unang piga)
• 2 cups gata (pangalawang piga)
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup sitaw, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 2 siling labuyo, chopped

1. In a large pan, saute onions, garlic and ginger slivers in oil for 8 minutes.
2. Add langka, mix well.
3. Add the 2 cups gata (pangalawang piga) mix well and let it boil, lower heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
   
4. Add the 2 cups fresh gata (unang piga), season with salt and pepper then simmer for 10 minutes.
5. Add sitaw and siling labuyo, cover and let it simmer for 8 minutes or until the sitaw is cooked.
   
6. Continue to simmer until the sauce reaches the desired consistency.
   
7. Serve hot.

Cooking time: 40 minutes
Makes four (4) servings
Cost per serving P22.80

Tips: Puso ng saging can be a substitute for langka. Add on cillies if you want it spicy.