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Seafood Chopsuey

Cultural Context

Seafood Chopsuey is a beloved dish in the Philippines, reflecting the country's rich culinary heritage influenced by Chinese cuisine. Traditionally served during celebrations and gatherings, it showcases a vibrant mix of seafood and vegetables, symbolizing abundance and prosperity. Today, it's a popular choice in both homes and restaurants, often customized with local ingredients and preferences.

FilipinoPHmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
150g shrimp (skinless, headless and deveined)
300g blue cod (sliced)
3 squid heads with tentacles (sliced)
1 red bell pepper (cut into squares)
1 cup sliced broccoli
1 cup sliced cauliflower florets
1 carrot (chopped)
1 onion (sliced)
7 cloves garlic (minced)
3 bunches of bokchoy (chopped)
1 chayote (sliced)
4 tbsp taro flour (add 1/2 cup water for the slurry)
1 thumb ginger (julienned)
olive oil
salt and pepper to taste

seafood mix

🥗Healthier: fresh fish and shrimp

💰Cheaper: canned seafood

Canned seafood is more affordable and has a longer shelf life.

oyster sauce

🥗Healthier: hoisin sauce

💰Cheaper: soy sauce

Hoisin sauce provides a similar flavor profile.

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: flour

Arrowroot powder is a gluten-free thickener.

vegetable mix

🥗Healthier: fresh vegetables

💰Cheaper: frozen vegetables

Frozen vegetables are often less expensive and have a longer shelf life.

1

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

2

Add minced garlic and sliced onion; sauté until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

3

Stir in shrimp, squid, and blue cod; cook until just opaque, about 3-4 minutes.

4

Add the red bell pepper, sliced broccoli, sliced cauliflower, chopped carrot, sliced chayote, and chopped bokchoy; stir-fry for 2-3 minutes.

5

Add julienned ginger; stir to combine.

6

Dissolve taro flour in 1/2 cup water to make a slurry; add to the skillet and stir until thickened, about 1-2 minutes.

7

Season with salt and pepper to taste; stir to combine.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingstir-frying

Equipment Needed

large skilletspatulameasuring cups

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

paleogluten-free

Allergens

shellfishsoy

Also Known As

ChopsueySeafood Stir-fry

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