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Chicken Tinola (Chicken Ginger Soup) with Chayote and Spinach


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A traditional Filipino chicken soup made with simple ingredients like chicken, ginger, green papaya (or chayote), and malunggay (moringa leaves).

Ingredients

Directions

  1. 1

    Boil everything up to the chayote with half the amount of ginger.

  2. 2

    Set aside Micah's portion before adding the seasonings, along with the rest of the ginger and a chili pepper.

  3. 3

    Add the seasonings to the pot.


Notes

Tinola is a beloved, nourishing dish, often served to comfort the sick or as part of everyday family meals.