Ginisang Monggo
A comforting Filipino mung bean stew, perfect for budget-friendly meals, packed with vegetables, and traditionally served with rice.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 300kcal
Ingredients
Mung Beans
- 1.5 cups Mung beans Rinsed and boiled
Aromatics
- 1 medium Onion, chopped Base flavor
- 6 cloves Garlic, minced For strong flavor
- 2 medium Tomatoes, diced To add juiciness
- 2 tablespoons Fish sauce Optional for seasoning
Vegetables
- 2 cups Vegetables (e.g., spinach, malunggay, or bitter melon) Fresh greens added at the end
Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper To taste
- 1 small Calamansi or lemon For brightness, optional
Serving
- 4 cups Rice White or brown rice
Instructions
Preparing Mung Beans
- Rinse mung beans well under cold water and rub between your hands to remove starch.
- Place them in a pot, cover with triple the water, and bring to a boil.
- Lower the heat and let them simmer for about 30 minutes until soft.
- Drain if a thicker stew is preferred.
Sautéing Aromatics
- In a large pan, heat oil and add chopped onions and minced garlic; cook until fragrant.
- Add diced tomatoes and cook until soft.
- If using meat, add it now and stir to combine.
Cooking Beans with Vegetables
- Add boils mung beans to the pan with the aromatic mixture.
- Pour in a couple of cups of broth and let simmer.
- Add vegetables towards the end of cooking and let them wilt.
Seasoning
- Taste the broth and adjust seasoning with fish sauce, pepper, and calamansi or lemon.
Serving
- Serve over a bowl of rice and enjoy with additional toppings if desired.
Notes
Ginisang monggo is versatile; you can add different vegetables and proteins based on your preference. This meal freezes well, making it great for meal prep.