Ginisang Monggo Recipe

Ginisang Monggo is a hearty Filipino dish that I love preparing for its rich flavors and comforting warmth. This mung bean stew is packed with nutritious ingredients and is perfect for any meal. Let me guide you through making this delightful recipe, which is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen. Follow these easy steps to create a single serving of this tasty dish.

Equipment

To make Ginisang Monggo, you will need:

1. A medium pot
2. A large frying pan
3. A wooden spoon
4. A knife
5. A cutting board
6. Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients

For a single serving of Ginisang Monggo, you will need:

• 1/4 cup dried mung beans
• 1 cup water
• 1 tablespoon cooking oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 small tomato, chopped
• 1/4 cup chopped spinach or malunggay leaves
• 1/2 cup broth (chicken or vegetable)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: a small piece of pork or shrimp

How to Cook Ginisang Monggo

1. Rinse the mung beans and cook them in a pot with 1 cup of water. Bring to a boil, then simmer until tender, about 30 minutes.
2. In a frying pan, heat the cooking oil over medium heat. Sauté the garlic until golden brown.
3. Add the onion and cook until translucent. Stir in the tomato and cook until soft.
4. Add the cooked mung beans and broth to the pan. Stir well and simmer for 5 minutes.
5. Toss in the spinach or malunggay leaves and cook until wilted. If using, add pork or shrimp and cook through.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.

Cooking Time

Ginisang Monggo takes about 45 minutes to prepare and cook. This includes the time to cook the mung beans and prepare the other ingredients.

What is Ginisang Monggo

Ginisang Monggo is a Filipino mung bean stew that is both nourishing and flavorful. It features mung beans cooked with garlic, onions, tomatoes, and spinach. This dish is commonly enjoyed with rice and can be enhanced with meat or seafood.

Recipe Origin

Ginisang Monggo is a staple in Filipino cuisine, known for its simple yet satisfying flavors. Mung beans are a popular ingredient in the Philippines, prized for their nutritional value. This dish is often served on Fridays as a meatless option during Lent.

What to Pair Ginisang Monggo With

Ginisang Monggo pairs wonderfully with steamed white rice. You can also serve it with a side of salted fish or grilled meats for added protein. For a refreshing contrast, a simple cucumber and tomato salad works well.

Yield: 1

Ginisang Monggo Recipe

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Cook Time 45 minutes

Total Time 45 minutes

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup dried mung beans
• 1 cup water
• 1 tablespoon cooking oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 small tomato, chopped
• 1/4 cup chopped spinach or malunggay leaves
• 1/2 cup broth (chicken or vegetable)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: a small piece of pork or shrimp

Instructions

1. Rinse the mung beans and cook them in a pot with 1 cup of water. Bring to a boil, then simmer until tender, about 30 minutes.
2. In a frying pan, heat the cooking oil over medium heat. Sauté the garlic until golden brown.
3. Add the onion and cook until translucent. Stir in the tomato and cook until soft.
4. Add the cooked mung beans and broth to the pan. Stir well and simmer for 5 minutes.
5. Toss in the spinach or malunggay leaves and cook until wilted. If using, add pork or shrimp and cook through.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.

Notes

Can I use canned mung beans instead of dried?
Yes, you can use canned mung beans. Just make sure to drain and rinse them before adding to the recipe.

Is it possible to make Ginisang Monggo vegetarian?
Absolutely! Simply omit the meat or shrimp and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.

How do I store leftovers?
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat on the stove over low heat until warmed through.