Adobong Puso ng Saging

For some who are not familiar with the banana blossom, it is the teardrop-shaped
purple flower at the end of the banana fruit cluster. This is usually used in
Southeast Asian and Indian cooking.

Servings:

Author: Mia

Prep Time:
15 minutes

Cook Time:
30 minutes

Total Time:
45 minutes

Course:

Main Course

Cuisine:

Filipino

Keywords:

adobo banana blossom banana heart puso ng saging stewed

🧂 Ingredients

2 pieces puso ng saging

(banana blossom/heart)
1 medium onion

(sliced)
2 cloves garlic

(chopped)
1 cup canned squid (pusit)

(water drained and cut into cubes)
salt and pepper

(for seasoning)
¼ cup vinegar
3 tbsp oil
2 tbsp shrimp paste (optional)

(salt as alternative)
1 cup water

Instructions

1 Remove outer husk of the banana blossoms and chop. spread some salt and squeeze
to release the sap. Place the chopped banana blossoms in a strainer and wash in
running water.
2 Repeat the process one more time to make sure the sap is completely released
from the banana blossoms. Soak in water to prevent the blossoms oxidizing or
turn into a dark color.
3 Heat the cooking oil in a cooking pot over medium heat. Saute the garlic and
onion. Add the squid and stir fry for a few seconds. Add the shrimp paste or
salt and the chopped banana blossoms. Let cook until the blossoms are soft.
4 Pour in water, stir and cover. Let simmer for 5 minutes. Add vinegar and simmer
for 10 minutes without covering the pot. Taste and adjust seasoning of salt and
pepper.
5 Turn-off the heat and transfer to a serving plate. Serve and enjoy! Bon Appetit!