Indian: Banana Blossom Ginataan by Recipe Cottage

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	Banana Blossom Ginataan

		Banana Blossom Ginataan 2 banana blossoms (euivalent to 10 oz can drained) 1 cup pure coconut milk 2 Tbsp. vinegar (if using 5% acidity vinegar, try 1:1 vinegar/water) 1/4 cup sliced tomatoes 1/4 cup sliced onion 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1 Tbsp. veg oil 2 dried red chillies (optional if you want this slightly spicy) salt and pepper to taste Drain banana blossoms, rinse, then drain again. Slice thin crosswise. Set aside. Heat oil in skillet, if using dried red chilies, add them when the oil is hot but not smoking and let the skins darken somewhat before you add the garlic. Saute garlic until light brown. Add onion, fry till translucent, then add tomatoes. Cook for around 3 minutes. Add banana blossoms and vinegar/water mixture and then bring to boil without stirring. Simmer for around 3 minutes. Add salt and pepper to taste and stir. Continue to cook until banana blossom is tender. Add pure coconut cream and remove from heat. Let stand for a few minutes to help develop the flavors.