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Filipino Chicken Puto Dumplings with Malunggay Pesto plated and ready to serve
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Filipino Chicken Puto Dumplings with Malunggay Pesto

◷ 45 minmedium

A creative weeknight recipe featuring Filipino-inspired chicken-filled puto dumplings served with a vibrant malunggay (moringa) leaf pesto. This dish highlights seasonal produce and uses steaming as a traditional cooking method, providing a light and wholesome meal option.

Dec 6

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  • Filipino Chicken Puto Dumplings with Malunggay Pesto

    Preparation takes 25 minutes. Cooking takes 20 minutes. Allow 45 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: rice flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, coconut milk, ground chicken breast. Equipment: mixing bowls, steamer or steaming basket, blender or food processor, frying pan, spatula, measuring cups and spoons.

    Kitchen tip: Use fresh malunggay leaves for the most vibrant pesto flavor, but baby spinach plus basil is a good substitute if unavailable.

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