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A Mother’s Day recipe full of love: Tuna-broccoli pasta with AJI-GINISA

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There’s a love language many of us know by heart — one not always spoken, but always felt. It’s the love found in home-cooked meals, in packed lunches, in steaming bowls of soup when we’re sick. It’s the kind of love our moms give so freely and so often: the language of food.

This Mother’s Day, why not return the gesture in the same language she’s always spoken? Whether you’re cooking with her or for her, a heartfelt meal is one of the most meaningful ways to celebrate Mom. And Ajinomoto Philippines has a recipe that’s just perfect: Creamy Tuna-Broccoli Pasta. It's delicious, nutritious, and easy to make.

Healthy and hearty

This dish combines the rich protein of tuna, the fiber and vitamins of broccoli, and the comforting indulgence of pasta — all enhanced by the umami flavor of AJI-GINISA® Flavor Seasoning Mix. It’s a satisfying meal that honors the way Mom always made us feel — nourished and cared for.

Here’s how to make it:

Creamy Tuna-Broccoli Pasta

Ingredients:

  • 2 Tablespoons (30 ml) Cooking oil

  • 2 Tablespoons (30 grams) Unsalted butter

  • 2 Tablespoons (30 grams) White onions, minced

  • 2 Tablespoons (30 grams) Garlic, minced

  • 1 can (420 grams) Tuna flakes in oil

  • 1 cup (136 grams) Tomatoes, quartered

  • 1 1/2 cups (375 ml) All-Purpose Cream

  • 2 cups (312 grams) Broccoli, blanched, flowerettes

  • 1 kilo (1000 grams) Pasta, spiral type, boiled according to package instruction

  • 1 pack (8 grams) AJI-GINISA® Flavor Seasoning Mix

  • Salt and Pepper to taste

Procedure:

  1. SAUTÉ. In a pan, heat oil then add unsalted butter. Sauté white onions and garlic until translucent.

  2. ADD. Add tuna, tomato, all-purpose cream, and broccoli. Let it simmer for 5 minutes. Add pasta and mix well.

  3. SEASON. Add AJI-GINISA®. Add salt and pepper to taste. Mix well.

  4. SERVE. Enjoy while warm.

Cooking Tip:
To prevent dryness, ensure you have at least 1 ½ cups of sauce for every ½ kilo of pasta.

This Mother’s Day, let’s give more than gifts. Let’s give back the love she’s always shown — through food that’s wholesome, meaningful, and made with intention.

To try this recipe and more, visit cookmunitybyajinomoto.com.

Let’s help "Mom Eat Well, Live Well," to borrow Ajinomoto's motto.