🇵🇭 Philippines · Food
Ginisang Monggo
By eatmundo · August 4, 2026
A comforting, nutrient-dense mung bean stew loaded with pork, shrimp, and leafy greens. It is a staple Filipino home-cooked dish that is as healthy as it is delicious.
Ingredients
check them off as you prepareHow to Make It
- 1
Boil 200g of mung beans in 1 liter of water until soft, about 25 minutes.
- 2
Sauté 1 chopped onion and 3 minced garlic cloves in a separate pan.
- 3
Add 150g of diced pork belly and cook until lightly browned.
- 4
Stir in 100g of peeled shrimp and cook for 2 minutes.
- 5
Combine the sautéed mixture with the boiled beans, including some cooking liquid.
- 6
Add 15ml fish sauce and simmer for 5 minutes to meld flavors.
- 7
Add 50g of malunggay leaves and turn off the heat immediately.
- 8
Cover for 2 minutes before serving to wilt the leaves with residual heat.
Frequently Asked Questions
What if I can't find malunggay?+
Spinach or kale are great alternatives that provide similar nutritional benefits.
Do I need to soak the beans?+
Soaking for 2 hours speeds up the cooking, but it isn't strictly necessary.
Can I make it vegetarian?+
Yes, simply omit the pork and shrimp, and replace the fish sauce with soy sauce.
How do I know the beans are done?+
They should be tender enough to mash with a fork.
