Pinakbet (Vegetable Stew with Shrimp Paste)

Waterless Cooking Method in the Platinum Cookware

Utensils: 6-qt. Platinum Cookware with Cover or Jumbo Skillet with Wok Dome Cover
(Available in the Platinum Starter & Family Set)

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup squash, cubed

  • 1 cup eggplant, sliced

  • 1 cup bitter melon (ampalaya), sliced

  • 1 cup okra, whole

  • 1 cup string beans, cut

  • 1 tomato, chopped

  • 1 small onion, sliced

  • 2 tbsp shrimp paste (bagoong)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat 6-qt. cookware until surface is ready.

  2. Layer squash, eggplant, ampalaya, okra, and string beans.

  3. Top with tomato, onion, and bagoong.

  4. Cover and cook. Once indicator reaches 40–50°C, reduce to low.

  5. Simmer 15–20 minutes.

  6. Gently stir and serve.

Platinum Cookware used in this recipe:
✅ 6-Quart with Cover (Platinum Starter & Family Set) / Platinum Jumbo Skillet with Wok Dome Cover

Waterless Cooking Note:
No added water needed—this method preserves the full flavor and nutritional profile of your favorite Filipino vegetables.

Portions: Serves 4–5

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