How to cook Suwam na Tahong:

• To clean the mussels, put them on a basin with water just enough to cover the shells. Put a teaspoon of salt. Leave them for at least an hour to expel the dirt and grime. After an hour, wash and drain and set aside.
• Saute garlic until brown. Set aside. Saute ginger until brown then add the onions and saute until soft.
• Add in patis and stir for 3 minutes then add the rice water and papaya. Cover and bring to a boil.
• When papaya is half done, season with MSG, salt and pepper then add the mussels.
• Boil until the shell open up. Lastly add the pepper leaves. Serve hot.