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Adobong Sitaw(Yardlong Beans)

An effortless weeknight meal that delivers a flavorful punch, Adobong Sitaw with Pork is created with long beans and pork belly and features both of these ingredients. This vegetable meal prepared in the style of adobo is hearty, flavorful, and goes well with steamed rice.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Filipino
Keyword: Adobong Sitaw,, Sitaw,, Vegetarian,, Yardlong Recipe,
Servings: 4
Calories:

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1 pound pork belly, cut into thin strips
  • 1 onion, peeled and sliced thinly
  • 5 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
  • 3/4 cup vinegar
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 bunch yard long beans (sitaw), ends trimmed and cut into 3-inch lengths
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • fried garlic bits, optional

Instructions

  • Oil should be heated in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Cook the onions and garlic, stirring periodically, until they have become more tender.
  • Add meat and continue cooking, stirring it regularly, until it has a golden brown color.
  • Add vinegar and bring to a boil without stirring for around 5 minutes.
  • Combine soy sauce with water. Cover, reduce heat, and continue cooking until meat is well cooked and sauce has reduced.
  • Remove the lid and increase the heat to medium. Add long beans and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 3 to 5 minutes or until tender-crisp.
  • Transfer to a serving tray and, if desired, garnish with fried garlic bits. Serve warm.