Gising-Gising with Pork and Shrimp Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 lb ground pork
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 1 cup green beans, sliced
- 1 cup bok choy, chopped
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper, sliced
- 1/2 cup onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp ginger, minced
- 2 tbsp shrimp paste
- 2 tbsp fish sauce
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup water

Special equipment needed:
- Large skillet or wok
- Wooden spoon or spatula

Step-by-step instructions:
1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
2. Add the ground pork and cook until browned, stirring occasionally.
3. Add the shrimp and cook until pink, about 2-3 minutes.
4. Remove the pork and shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
5. In the same skillet, sauté the garlic, ginger, and onion until fragrant.
6. Add the shrimp paste, fish sauce, sugar, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir well.
7. Pour in the coconut milk and water. Bring to a boil.
8. Add the green beans, bok choy, and red bell pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
9. Add the cooked pork and shrimp back into the skillet. Stir well.
10. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
11. Serve hot.


- Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 25 minutes
5. Temperature:
- Medium-high heat
Serving size:
- 4-6 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 420
- Fat: 28g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Protein: 33g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Ground chicken or turkey can be used instead of pork.
- Snow peas or snap peas can be used instead of green beans.
- Baby spinach or kale can be used instead of bok choy.
- Jalapeño or serrano pepper can be used instead of red pepper flakes.

Variations:
- Gising-Gising can be made with just vegetables for a vegetarian version.
- Add sliced mushrooms for an earthy flavor.
- Use tofu instead of meat for a vegan version.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to devein the shrimp before cooking.
- Use fresh ginger for the best flavor.
- Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your desired level of spiciness.

Storage instructions:
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve in a large bowl with a side of rice.

Garnishes:
- Chopped cilantro or green onions.

Pairings:
- Steamed rice or noodles.

Suggested side dishes:
- Steamed broccoli or carrots.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sauce is too thick, add more water or coconut milk.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the pork and shrimp thoroughly.

Food history:
- Gising-Gising is a Filipino dish that originated from the Bicol region in the Philippines.

Flavor profiles:
- Spicy, savory, and creamy.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve with a side of rice and a cold drink.

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Region: Filipino

Taste: Spicy, Savory, Tangy, Aromatic, Umami