Pro Tips
**Chef's Tips & Troubleshooting:**
- Cook shrimp and squid quickly over high heat — they turn rubbery in under 3 minutes.
- Do not overcook shrimp — they are done as soon as they turn pink and curl into a C-shape.
- Add leafy greens last and cook just until wilted — 1 to 2 minutes is usually enough.
- Blanch bitter vegetables like ampalaya in salted water first to reduce bitterness.
Cooking Tips
For the most tender results, cook low and slow — a gentle simmer (not a vigorous boil) breaks down connective tissue without drying out the meat. Taste and adjust seasoning toward the end of cooking. As liquids reduce, flavors concentrate, so what tastes balanced early may become too salty later.
Ingredient Substitutions
Short on time? A pressure cooker (Instant Pot) can reduce cooking time by roughly half for most braised and stewed Filipino dishes. Reduce liquid slightly since less evaporates.
Storage & Reheating
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. The flavors often deepen overnight, making leftovers even more delicious. Reheat on the stovetop over medium-low heat, adding a splash of water or broth if the sauce has thickened during storage. Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring between each.
Ube Pichi Pichi
Ube Pichi Pichi — fresh vegetables prepared Filipino-style with garlic and shrimp paste. A light and flavorful side dish.
Instructions
- Combine all the ingredients in a large mixing bowl, except for the coconut. Stir thoroughly until the mixture gets well blended.
- Add the cassava mixture in a small mold such as a silicone cup. Arrange the molds in a steamer.
- Steam for 60 minutes.
- Remove from the steamer. Let it cool down completely until the texture gets close to sticky tikoy.
- Roll each piece of pich pichi over shredded /grated coconut.
- Arrange in a serving plate. Serve.
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Pro Tips & Troubleshooting
- Cook shrimp and squid quickly over high heat — they turn rubbery in under 3 minutes.
- Do not overcook shrimp — they are done as soon as they turn pink and curl into a C-shape.
- Add leafy greens last and cook just until wilted — 1 to 2 minutes is usually enough.
- Blanch bitter vegetables like ampalaya in salted water first to reduce bitterness.
Cooking Tips
Taste and adjust seasoning toward the end of cooking. As liquids reduce, flavors concentrate, so what tastes balanced early may become too salty later.
Substitutions
Storage & Reheating
Reheat on the stovetop over medium-low heat, adding a splash of water or broth if the sauce has thickened during storage. Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring between each.
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