Low Fat Adobong Pusit
Indulge in a guilt-free twist on a Filipino classic with this **Low Fat Adobong Pusit** recipe! Featuring tender squid rings simmered in a flavorful blend of vinegar, low-sodium soy sauce, and aromatic spices, this dish is a lighter yet equally satisfying version of the beloved Adobong Pusit. Fresh ginger and green chilies lend a hint of warmth, while tomato and bay leaves create depth in every bite. Perfect for a heart-healthy meal, this recipe comes together effortlessly in just 40 minutes and pairs beautifully with steamed rice. Whether you're watching your fat intake or simply craving a wholesome seafood dish, this low-fat squid adobo is sure to delight your taste buds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams squid
- 1 medium onion
- 4 pieces garlic cloves
- 1 medium tomato
- 2 pieces bay leaves
- 120 ml vinegar
- 60 ml low-sodium soy sauce
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 120 ml water
- 2 pieces green chili
- 1 thumb-sized piece ginger
Instructions
Clean the squid by removing the ink sac, innards, and cartilage. Rinse well under cold water and slice into rings.
Dice the onion and tomato, mince the garlic, and slice the ginger into thin strips.
Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. Once hot, add the ginger slices and stir for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the squid to the pan and sauté for about 2 minutes until it slightly changes color. Remove from pan and set aside.
In the same pan, add the diced onion and garlic and cook until the onion turns translucent.
Add the diced tomato and cook until soft, about 3 minutes.
Return the squid to the pan and add the bay leaves, vinegar, low-sodium soy sauce, black pepper, and water.
Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
Add the green chilies and simmer for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Remove bay leaves before serving. Serve hot with steamed rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
161 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.7 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.6 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 291 mg | 97% | |
| Sodium | 874 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.1 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.8 g | ||
| Protein | 25.0 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 81 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 620 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.
