Ginataang munggo

Ginataang munggo is a traditional Filipino dessert dish. It is a type of ginataan, a general term for dishes cooked with coconut milk (gata in Filipino), and mung beans (munggo in Filipino).

Ingredients and Preparation

The main ingredients of ginataang munggo are mung beans, coconut milk, and sugar. Some variations of the recipe may include glutinous rice, jackfruit, and tapioca pearls. The mung beans are first soaked in water to soften, then boiled until tender. Coconut milk is then added, along with sugar to taste. If additional ingredients are used, they are added at this stage. The mixture is simmered until it thickens to a porridge-like consistency.

Cultural Significance

Ginataang munggo is often served during special occasions and gatherings in the Philippines. It is also commonly consumed during the Holy Week as a form of abstinence from meat. The dish is a staple in Filipino dessert and merienda (snack) culture, and is often enjoyed with biko or suman, other traditional Filipino desserts.

Variations

There are several regional variations of ginataang munggo across the Philippines. Some versions use brown sugar instead of white sugar, while others add pandan leaves for additional flavor. In the Visayas region, ginataang munggo is often cooked with landang, a type of palm starch, and sago pearls.

See Also

• Filipino cuisine
• Ginataan
• List of desserts
• List of legume dishes
• List of porridges