Laing

Philippines · Southeast Asia

Short description: This coconut-braised taro leaf dish is earthy, creamy, salty, and often gently spicy.
Ingredients: Dried taro leaves, coconut milk, coconut cream, shrimp paste, dried fish, chilies, garlic, onion, ginger, and lemongrass.
Cultural note: It is associated with slow simmering because the leaves need time to soften and absorb the coconut sauce.
Common misconception: It is not a leafy salad; the greens are cooked down until tender and richly sauced.

image credit

creator:: MarvinBikolano
source:: Wikimedia Commons
license:: CC BY-SA 4.0
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