Adobong Sitaw: Long Beans Adobo
Long beans simmered in a garlicky soy and vinegar sauce with a little pork or tofu. Savory, tangy and ready in 15 minutes.
About Adobong Sitaw
Adobong sitaw is long beans cooked adobo-style in soy sauce, vinegar and garlic. It is a simple, savory vegetable dish that goes well with rice and fried fish. Sitaw (yardlong bean) is a staple vegetable in the Philippines.
Adobong sitaw is a fast vegetable dish that uses the classic adobo flavors. Long beans keep a pleasant bite and soak up the tangy sauce. It is a good everyday side with fried fish or meat.
Ingredient notes
- Long beans (sitaw): cut into short lengths so they cook evenly.
- Soy sauce and vinegar: the adobo sauce.
- Pork belly or tofu: optional for richness.
Tips for the best Adobong Sitaw
- Cut the beans evenly. They cook at the same rate.
- Do not overcook. They should stay bright.
- Add pork or tofu for richness. Optional.
- Let the vinegar boil first. Before stirring.
What to serve with Adobong Sitaw
Serve with steamed rice.
Variations and substitutions
- With shrimp: add shrimp.
- Kangkong: see Adobong Kangkong.
Storing and reheating
Refrigerate for up to 3 days. The beans soften on reheating.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use string beans?
Yes. Cook them briefly so they stay bright.
Can I make it vegetarian?
Yes, use tofu and skip the pork.
More Filipino recipes you might like
Tortang Talong, Ginataang Kalabasa at Sitaw and Lumpiang Sariwa.
