Tinaktak (Ground Beef in Coconut Milk)

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 1

Tinaktak: A savory coconut-infused dish

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

422

Sugar

Fat

37g

Tinaktak is a popular Filipino dish that uses ground beef as its main ingredient. It is often described as a coconut-infused dish that has a bit of tang and is spicy enough to make your taste buds come alive. The recipe is relatively simple, with a mix of ground beef and vegetables cooking in a flavorful broth of coconut milk and lemon juice. The dish can be enjoyed over rice and is perfect for a cozy dinner with friends or family.

Instructions

1.	Mix together the ground beef, onions, garlic, tomatoes, and green pepper over medium heat in a saucepan.
2.	Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3.	Add the coconut milk and lemon juice to the pan.
4.	Bring to a low simmer and cook for 10 minutes, or until the beef is fully cooked.

PROS

Tinaktak is a dish with an incredibly comforting flavor that is perfect for anyone needing some comfort food.
The use of coconut milk provides an extra layer of richness to the dish, while the combination of vegetables adds a fresh crunch.

CONS

The downside of this dish is that it is relatively high in fat and calories.
The use of ground beef adds a significant amount of fat to the dish, and coconut milk is also high in fat.
Additionally, the sodium content in the dish may be too high for those watching their salt intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Ground beef is an excellent source of protein and is rich in iron and vitamin B12. While coconut milk is high in fat, it still contains beneficial nutrients like potassium and magnesium. The tomatoes and green peppers are great sources of vitamin C, adding an extra dose of health to the dish.

	1 tray ground beef
	1/4 cup of chopped onion
	1/4 cup crushed garlic
	1 lemon
	8 cherry tomatoes ( sliced ) or 1 medium tomatoes ( sliced )
	1/2 cup of chopped green pepper
	1/2 cup coconut milk