Chicken Pastil
Discover the irresistible flavors of Chicken Pastil, a beloved Filipino street food that's as comforting as it is convenient! This recipe combines tender strips of chicken breast cooked in rich coconut milk with aromatic garlic, onion, and ginger, creating a savory filling that's perfectly balanced with soy sauce and a hint of spice. Wrapped in fragrant banana leaves alongside fluffy, steamed rice, these portable parcels offer a burst of tropical flair with every bite. Ideal for meal prep, Chicken Pastil is not only quick to make but also deeply satisfying, topped with a squeeze of fresh lime or calamansi for a zesty finish. Perfect for on-the-go dining or as a unique addition to your Filipino food repertoire, this recipe will transport your taste buds to the streets of Mindanao with its traditional yet versatile appeal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Chicken breast
- 2 whole Banana leaves
- 250 ml Coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 4 cloves Garlic
- 1 medium Onion
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 thumb-sized piece Ginger
- 4 cups Cooked white rice
- 2 pieces Lime or calamansi
Instructions
Begin by slicing the chicken breast into thin strips. Set aside.
Peel and chop the garlic, onion, and ginger finely.
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
Add the garlic, onion, and ginger to the skillet. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes or until the onions are translucent.
Add the chicken strips to the skillet and cook them until they are no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
Pour the coconut milk and soy sauce into the skillet with the chicken. Stir well to combine.
Season the mixture with salt and black pepper. Let it simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 8-10 minutes or until the sauce is slightly thickened and the chicken is cooked through.
While the chicken is cooking, lightly wipe the banana leaves with a damp cloth to clean them. Pass them over a low flame (or heat them in a pan) briefly to make them more pliable.
To assemble the pastil, place a portion of cooked white rice onto the center of a banana leaf.
Spoon some of the chicken mixture on top of the rice.
Wrap the banana leaf around the mixture securely by folding the sides and rolling it into a snug parcel.
Repeat the wrapping process for the remaining portions.
Serve the pastil with a wedge of lime or calamansi on the side for an added zest before eating.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
531 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.9 g | 15% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 106 mg | 35% | |
| Sodium | 1277 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.2 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.6 g | ||
| Protein | 45.0 g | 90% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 70 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 594 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
