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kalabasa

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: pumpkin

Zucchini provides a similar texture and flavor at a lower cost.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: coconut cream

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Evaporated milk is more accessible and less expensive.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce is a suitable alternative for flavor without fish.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu offers a protein alternative for vegetarians.

Heat cooking oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Sauté onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Add pork and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in pumpkin and green beans, mixing well to combine.

Pour in coconut milk and water, bringing to a gentle simmer.

Season with fish sauce, shrimp paste, salt, and black pepper, adjusting to taste.

Cover and cook until pumpkin is tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Add fresh chili for heat, if desired, and stir well.

Serve hot.

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