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Opo Squash and Salmon Sautee

Cultural Context

Opo squash, also known as bottle gourd, is a staple in Filipino cuisine, often used in soups and stir-fries. This dish combines the squash with salmon, reflecting the country's rich coastal resources and love for fresh ingredients. It showcases the balance of flavors characteristic of Filipino cooking, with a focus on healthy and accessible ingredients. Today, variations exist with different proteins and vegetables, making it a versatile favorite in many households.

FilipinoPHmain
20 min
easy
2 servings
Servings4
2 tablespoons coconut oil
3 tablespoons coconut milk
2 tablespoons coconut aminos
1 cup opo squash
1 tablespoon premium fish sauce
scallions

salmon

🥗Healthier: mackerel

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is more affordable and still provides good protein.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Tamari is often less expensive and gluten-free.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is typically cheaper and has a neutral flavor.

opo squash

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: butternut squash

Butternut squash is often less expensive and adds sweetness.

1

Heat a deeper saute pan until hot

2

Add 2 tablespoons of coconut oil and spread it around the pan

3

Pour in 3 tablespoons of coconut milk

4

Add 2 tablespoons of coconut aminos

5

Add 1 cup of sliced opo squash that has been soaked in water

6

Add 1 tablespoon of premium fish sauce and spread it over the pan

7

Let the mixture simmer on low heat for 2 minutes

8

Check the texture of the opo squash to ensure it is not soggy or mushy

9

Add lots of scallions before serving

Cooking Techniques

sautéing

Equipment Needed

deeper saute pan

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-freepaleoketo

Allergens

fish

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