Pinakbet (Filipino Meat Veggie Stew With Shrimp Paste) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 lb pork, sliced
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 onion, chopped
2 tomatoes, chopped
1/2 calabaza squash, cubed
2 cups okra, sliced
2 cups chinese long beans, chopped
2 Japanese eggplants, sliced
1 bitter melon, sliced (optional)
1 - 1 1/2 cup water
2 -3 tablespoons bagoong, alamang (salted shrimp paste)

Preparation

In a large, deep skillet (or casserole), heat oil over medium heat. Cook pork until it turns slightly brown.
Stir in garlic, onions and tomatoes. Saute for a few minutes until tomatoes are wilted.
Add squash and okra, stir-fry for a minute or two and then add the rest of the vegetables. Gently stir to combine.
Pour in water and add the bagoong alamang, and bring to a boil.
Lower the heat and simmer covered over low heat until vegetables are tender. Be sure not to overcook it. You may wish to correct the taste by adding a little bit of bagoong alamang. Gently stir to blend.
Immediately remove from heat. Transfer to a serving dish. Serve hot alongside steamed rice.