Here’s a look at what we enjoyed for our home-cooked meal.

Ginataang Tuna with Pechay and Eggplant was the main dish. It’s a simple meal with creamy gata that makes the food taste really good.

The way I cooked:

I started by sautéing ginger, garlic, onion, and tomato until they smelled good.

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Then I poured in the coconut milk and let it simmer.

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I seasoned it with ground pepper and a little shrimp paste.

I added the eggplant and green chilies, followed by the tuna slices.

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Before turning off the heat, I placed the pechay and a few red chilies on top.

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The result was a creamy and tasty dish best paired with hot rice.

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*Ingredients:

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Tuna steak slices – 350g

Pechay – 150g

Eggplant – 120g, sliced

Coconut milk – 400g

Red onion – 50g, chopped

Garlic – 30g, chopped

Ginger – 25g, chopped

Tomato – 60g, chopped

Green chilies – 10g

Red chili – 5g

Aside from the ginataang tuna, we also had fried fish and plain boiled vegetables on the table. There were okra, eggplant, and fresh tomatoes.

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The fried fish gave that crispy flavor, while the boiled vegetables balanced it with a clean and simple taste. For dipping, I just smashed fresh tomatoes and mixed them with shrimp paste — a classic side that made the meal even better.

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It was nothing special, just a regular home meal. But sometimes, these kinds of meals feel the most satisfying — simple food cooked with what’s available, enjoyed at home. I just wanted to share it here, because even ordinary meals deserve a spot in our stories.

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