How Burnt Coconut is used in Laguna Philippines (Kulawo and Minanok)

pork belly

🥗Healthier: chicken thigh

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken thigh reduces fat while still being flavorful.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: coconut cream

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Evaporated milk is lighter and more affordable.

bamboo shoots

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: canned bamboo shoots

Canned options are more accessible and budget-friendly.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce offers umami without the cost of fish sauce.

Char grill the coconut until toasted to release a smoky aroma.

Boil the coconut vinegar to reduce acidity.

Extract the coconut cream by squeezing the toasted coconut without water, using the boiled vinegar for cleanliness.

Strain the coconut cream to remove particles.

Mix the coconut cream with salt, pepper, and minced garlic.

Add grilled and skinned eggplant to the mixture.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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