Ginataang Sitaw Recipe with Bagoong

Ginataang Sitaw Recipe with Bagoong Alamang: A Creamy Filipino Vegetable Delight

This comforting Filipino vegetable dish combines crisp string beans (sitaw) with rich coconut milk and savory shrimp paste for a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Ginataang sitaw stands out as both a nutritious everyday meal and a special dish worthy of family gatherings.

What Makes This Dish Special:

• Creamy coconut milk base that transforms simple vegetables
• Umami-packed bagoong alamang (shrimp paste) for depth of flavor
• Crisp-tender string beans that retain their fresh taste
• Naturally sweet from the coconut milk’s richness

Key Ingredients for Authentic Flavor:
✓ Fresh sitaw (string beans), cut into 2-inch pieces
✓ Premium coconut milk (first extraction for best results)
✓ Quality bagoong alamang (shrimp paste)
✓ Garlic, onions, and tomatoes for aromatics
✓ Optional chili peppers for heat
✓ Protein additions like shrimp or pork (optional)

Simple Cooking Process:

1. Sauté garlic, onions, and tomatoes until fragrant
2. Toast the bagoong briefly to enhance its flavor
3. Add coconut milk and bring to a gentle simmer
4. Cook string beans until crisp-tender
5. Adjust seasoning with patis or pepper

Nutritional Benefits:

• Rich in fiber from string beans
• Healthy fats from coconut milk
• Protein from shrimp paste
• Packed with vitamins and minerals

Why It’s a Filipino Favorite:
✔ Quick to prepare (ready in 20 minutes)
✔ Uses affordable, accessible ingredients
✔ Satisfies both vegetarians and meat-eaters
✔ Comforting yet light enough for any meal

Serving Suggestions:
🍚 Perfect with steamed rice and fried fish
🌶 Great with extra chili on the side
🍋 Best with calamansi or lemon wedges
🍴 Excellent as a main or side dish

Cultural Significance:
This dish represents the Filipino talent for:

• Transforming humble ingredients into extraordinary meals
• Balancing rich and fresh flavors
• Creating vegetable dishes even meat-lovers enjoy
• Preserving traditional cooking methods

Make It Your Own:

• Add eggplant or squash for more vegetables
• Include pork belly for meaty version
• Use coconut cream for extra richness
• Top with crispy fried garlic for texture

Pro Tip: For best results, choose young, tender string beans and don’t overcook them – they should retain a slight crunch for the perfect texture contrast with the creamy sauce.

Whether you’re looking for a meatless Monday option or a new way to enjoy vegetables, this Ginataang Sitaw with Bagoong Alamang offers comforting flavors that showcase the best of Filipino home cooking. The combination of crisp beans, creamy coconut, and savory shrimp paste creates a symphony of flavors that’s both familiar and exciting.

Try this easy, healthy recipe tonight and discover why it’s been a Filipino kitchen staple for generations! 🥥🥬🍤

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Ginataang Sitaw Recipe with Bagoong

Author: Yummy Food Ph Cooking Method: Sauteing, Simmering Cuisine: Filipino Courses: Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: Quick Meals Vegetable

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 mins Cook Time 25 mins Total Time 35 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 346

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Description

Ginataang sitaw recipe with bagoong alamang (coconut milk-cooked string beans) is a deliciously flavorful soup with just the right amount of sweetness. This is a straightforward Filipino meal that everyone will appreciate. Every dish prepared with wonderful coconut milk is referred to as a "ginataan recipe." It's creamy and adds an interesting twist to the fresh and delicious taste of vegetables that we already know and love. Our recipe is super easy to follow, simple, and delicious. The dish is super healthy and delectable; it's a perfect vegetable dish to serve for the whole family.

Ingredients

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Servings

• 2 bch Sitaw (string beans)
• 2 cup Gata (coconut milk)
• 6 clove Garlic (chopped)
• 1 large Onion (sliced)
• 1 large Tomato (sliced)
• 1 thumb-sized Ginger (strips)
• 1 tsp Sugar (add more if desired)
• ¹⁄₄ tsp Ground black pepper
• ¹⁄₄ cup Shrimp paste (bagoong alamang)
• 1 tbsp Fish sauce
• 3 Green chili (optional)
• 3 tbsp Cooking oil

Instructions

Preparation:

1. Cut the string beans (sitaw) into 2-inch pieces.

2. Prepare the spices needed for the recipe.

Cooking:

1. In a skillet or wok, heat oil over a medium-low flame. Add the garlic, saute for a few seconds, and then add the onion; saute until softened. Then add the chopped garlic and saute until aromatic. Add the sliced tomato and saute until soft.

2. Add the sitaw (string beans) and saute for 3 minutes. Stir in the bagoong alamang (shrimp paste) and continue sauteing until combined.

3. Pour in the gata (coconut milk) and cook for 10 minutes covered, then add the green chilies and stir.

4. Add fish sauce, sugar, and ground black pepper. Cover again and simmer for 5 minutes.

5. Adjust the taste as necessary. Transfer to a serving bowl and serve hot with a pair of steaming rice.

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Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 346kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 26.3g41%

Saturated Fat 18g90%

Cholesterol 83mg28%

Sodium 2742mg115%

Potassium 433mg13%

Total Carbohydrate 16.7g6%

Dietary Fiber 5.4g22%

Sugars 7.9g

Protein 11g22%

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Calcium 43 mg

Iron 48 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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