''Palapa'' is a sweet and spicy
Filipino
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condiment
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consisting of thinly chopped white
scallion
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s (''
sakurab
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''), pounded ginger (''luya pagirison''),
turmeric
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(''kalawag''),
labuyo chili
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(''luya tiduk''), and toasted grated coconut (''niog''). It originates from the
Maranao people
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of
Lanao del Sur
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. The ingredients are mixed together and cooked briefly or cooked until somewhat dry. It is immediately stored in sealed jars (''garapon'') after cooking. It can be used as an ingredient in certain dishes (most notably in ''
piaparan'') or used as a condiment after briefly sautéing (usually with a spoonful of condensed milk). ''Palapa'' can also be eaten fresh as salad dressing. ''Palapa'' is an important cultural symbol of the Maranao people and is a ubiquitous accompaniment at every meal.
See also
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Philippine condiments
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Bagoong
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List of condiments
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Sambal
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Taba ng talangka
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