Seafood Pinakbet
Seafood pinakbet, a Filipino delight, harmoniously blends shrimps, squid, and a vibrant medley of vegetables, creating a symphony of flavors in every exquisite bite.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 175kcal
Ingredients
- 250 grams shrimps peeled and deveined
- 200 grams squid cleaned and sliced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 200 grams squash peeled and sliced
- 200 grams okra sliced
- 200 grams string beans sliced 2 inch length
- 150 grams eggplant slice diagonally
- 2 Tbsp. shrimp paste
- 1 pc red onion chopped
- 2 pcs tomato chopped
- 3/4 cup shrimp broth from boiled shrimp head and shells
- 3 pcs long green chili
- salt and pepper to taste
- cooking oil
Instructions
How to Cook Seafood Pinakbet
- Remove the head and peel the shrimps. Do not remove the tail. Put the peeled shrimp in a bowl and set aside.
- Boil the head and shell of the shrimps in 1 cup water for 2 minutes. Strain it using a strainer while squeezing and transfer the broth in a bowl.
- Heat cooking oil in a pan and sauté half of garlic and onions until fragrant. Add the shrimps and squid and stir fry for 2 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, heat cooking oil and add the other half of garlic and onions until fragrant. Add the tomatoes also and stir until slightly soft.
- Add the shrimp paste and stir for a second. Then add the veggies: okra, squash, string beans and eggplant and stir.
- Add the shrimp broth and let it simmer in medium heat. Cover and cook until the veggies are tender but not overcooked.
- Add the, long green chilies, shrimp and squid. Season with salt and pepper. Stir and let it simmer for another minute then turn off heat.
- Serve with cooked rice and enjoy!
Notes
Cooking Tips of Seafood Pinakbet:
- Fresh Seafood Matters: When preparing seafood pinakbet, prioritize fresh shrimp and squid for optimal flavor. The quality of seafood greatly influences the dish, so choose plump, firm shrimp and tender squid to elevate the taste and texture of your pinakbet.
- Mindful Veggie Cooking: To maintain the vibrant colors and crisp textures of the vegetables in seafood pinakbet, be attentive to their cooking time. Add vegetables like okra, squash, string beans, and eggplant gradually, allowing each to reach the desired tenderness without overcooking.
- Layered Flavor Development: Build layers of flavor by sautéing garlic, onions, and tomatoes separately before combining them in seafood pinakbet. This technique enhances the complexity of the dish, ensuring that each component contributes its unique taste to the overall flavor profile.