Philippines Monggo Beans and Pechay (Mung Beans and Bok Choi)

Monggo beans, also known as mung beans, are a staple in Filipino cuisine and are often used in various dishes due to their nutritional value and versatility.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Philippines Monggo Beans and Pechay (Mung Beans and Bok Choi)

Cooking Method: Boiling, Sautéing Cuisine: Filipino Courses: Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 40 min Total Time 50 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Mung beans
• 1 head Bok choy
• 1 medium Onion
• 3 clove Garlic
• 1 medium Tomato
• 2 tablespoon Vegetable oil
• 4 cup Water
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Pepper

Instructions

1. Rinse the mung beans and soak in water for at least 1 hour.
2. In a large pot, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Saute garlic, onion, and tomato until softened.
3. Add the soaked mung beans and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes or until the beans are tender.
4. Add the bok choy and season with salt and pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
5. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 5g

Protein 15g30%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.