Ginataang Papaya with Chicken
Learn to make Ginataang Papaya with Chicken! Our easy recipe combines tender chicken, green papaya, and creamy coconut milk for a delicious Filipino dish.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp Oil
- 1 piece Ginger thumb-sized (julienne)
- 6 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 piece Onion large (sliced)
- 500 grams Chicken
- 1 piece Papaya large (wedged)
- 2 tbsp Fish Sauce
- 1 tbsp Black Pepper (ground)
- 3 cups Coconut Water
- 1 piece Chicken Cube
- 2 cups Coconut Cream
- 1 bunch Chili leaves
- 3 pieces Green Chili
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a pan saute the ginger, minced garlic and sliced onion, then add the chicken. Toss and let it simmer until fat renders.
- Add the sliced papaya, two tablespoons fish sauce and one tablespoon ground black pepper. Toss and cover.
- Add the coconut water, let it boil until the papaya is almost tender.
- Add one chicken cube to give more flavor to the soup.
- Add the coconut cream, cover and let it simmer until the sauce thickens.
- Add salt, adjust according to your taste.
- Add the chili leaves and three piece green chilis, let it simmer for two minutes.
- Transfer to a bowl and serve!
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Notes
- Taste and adjust the seasoning as you cook. Fish sauce adds saltiness and umami, while black pepper adds a hint of spice. Adjust these according to your taste preference.