Nueva Ecija : repolyong gubat

Philippine Fig (Ficus pseudopalma) Family: Moraceae

Vernacular Names: repolyong gubat

Parts utilized as vegetable and availability: leaves, shoots

Cultivated/Foraged: gathered

Market presence of vegetable:not marketed; marketed

Habitat: mountain, farm

Availability: all year round; wet season

Other uses: Cure for goiter, cure for hypertension;
Cures UTI (bring to a boil then drink);
feeds for pigs

Dishes:sautéed

Ginisang repolyong gubat

Ingredients

Repolyong gubat
bawang
Sibuyas
Asin (salt)

Procedure

1. Heat oil in a skillet or wok over medium heat. Add garlic and saute until fragrant.
2. Add repolyong gubat; cook, stirring constantly, for about 40 seconds.
3. Add 2 tablespoons water and stir. Cover and cook for 25 seconds, or until leaves are wilted.


Study site: Brgy. Capintalan, Carranglan, Nueva Ecija
Brgy. General Luna, Carranglan, Nueva Ecija
Brgy. Langka, Palayan City, Nueva Ecija


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