Vegetable Kare-Kare

Ingredients

• •1/2 cup peanut butter
• •1/4 cup rice flour
• •2 cups vegetable broth
• •1 medium eggplant, sliced
• •1 cup green beans, trimmed
• •2 cups cauliflower florets
• •1 cup banana hearts, sliced
• •1 cup bok choy, chopped
• •1 onion, chopped
• •4 cloves garlic, minced
• •2 tbsp vegetable oil
• •1 tbsp bagoong (fermented shrimp paste)
• •Salt to taste
• •Black pepper to taste
• •2 tbsp soy sauce (optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   In a pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent.

2. 2

   Stir in the sliced eggplant and green beans. Cook for about 5 minutes, until slightly softened.

3. 3

   Add the vegetable broth to the pot and bring to a simmer. Then, add the cauliflower, banana hearts, and bok choy.

4. 4

   In a separate bowl, mix the peanut butter and rice flour with a little water to create a smooth paste. Gradually add this to the simmering pot, stirring to combine.

5. 5

   Allow the stew to simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally until the vegetables are tender and the sauce has thickened.

6. 6

   Season the kare-kare with salt, black pepper, and soy sauce if using. Stir well to combine all the flavors.

7. 7

   Serve the vegetable kare-kare hot, with bagoong on the side for added flavor. Enjoy!