Quick Filipino Ginataang Langka (Jackfruit Coconut Stew) for Beginners
This easy Filipino Ginataang Langka recipe is a comforting jackfruit coconut stew that's perfect for beginner cooks and busy families. Made with young green jackfruit simmered gently in creamy coconut milk and aromatic spices, this stew is delicious served with rice and makes a wholesome dinner option. It's a delightful, less common Filipino dish that brings unique flavors to your table without complexity.
Servings 4
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons 30 ml cooking oil
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 thumb-sized piece ginger sliced thin
- 1 pound 450 g young green jackfruit, canned or fresh, shredded or sliced
- 1 cup 240 ml water or vegetable broth
- 2 cups 480 ml coconut milk
- 1 medium tomato chopped
- 2 pieces long green chili peppers optional
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon 15 ml fish sauce or soy sauce for vegetarian option
- 1 small bunch spinach or malunggay leaves optional
Instructions
- Heat oil in a pot over medium heat. Sauté onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant and translucent.
- Add the chopped tomato and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in the jackfruit. Mix well and cook for 2 minutes to combine flavors.
- Pour in water or vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for 10 minutes until the jackfruit is tender.
- Add the coconut milk and long green chili peppers (if using). Simmer uncovered for another 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Season with fish sauce (or soy sauce), salt, and pepper to taste.
- Add spinach or malunggay leaves in the last 2 minutes of cooking. Remove from heat and serve hot with steamed rice.