Canadian-style Mung Bean Stew

Ingredients

In this Canadian adaptation of Ginisang Munggo, we incorporate Canadian bacon and maple syrup to infuse the dish with a distinct Canadian flavor. The addition of maple syrup adds a touch of sweetness and enhances the overall taste profile of the stew. We alse have the original recipe for Ginisang munggo, so you can check it out.

• 1 cup (200g) dried mung beans 1 cup (200g) dried mung beans
• 4 cups (950ml) vegetable broth 4 cups (950ml) vegetable broth
• 4 slices Canadian bacon, diced 4 slices Canadian bacon, diced
• 1 onion, chopped 1 onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, diced 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced 2 celery stalks, diced
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 bay leaf 1 bay leaf
• Salt and pepper, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, for garnish Fresh parsley, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 6g, 2g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 38g, 8g
• Protein: 12g
• Fiber: 10g
• Salt: 1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Rinse the mung beans under cold water and soak them in water for at least 2 hours. Drain and set aside.
2. 2.
   In a large pot, cook the Canadian bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon from the pot and set aside.
3. 3.
   In the same pot, sauté the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic until they are softened.
4. 4.
   Add the soaked mung beans, vegetable broth, bay leaf, and cooked bacon to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 45 minutes or until the mung beans are tender.
5. 5.
   Stir in the maple syrup and season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. 6.
   Remove the bay leaf and serve the stew hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Mung beans — Soaking the mung beans before cooking helps to reduce the cooking time and ensures they cook evenly.
• Canadian bacon — If you prefer a vegetarian or vegan version, you can substitute the Canadian bacon with plant-based bacon or smoked tofu for a similar smoky flavor.

Tips & Tricks

• For a creamier texture, you can blend a portion of the cooked mung beans before adding them back to the stew.
• Serve the stew with a side of crusty bread or rice for a complete meal.
• Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup according to your taste preference.
• Feel free to add other vegetables like spinach or kale for added nutrition.
• This stew tastes even better the next day, so consider making it in advance for enhanced flavors.

Serving advice

Serve the Canadian-style Mung Bean Stew hot in bowls, garnished with fresh parsley. Accompany it with a side of crusty bread or rice for a satisfying meal.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, drizzle a little maple syrup on top of the stew and sprinkle some crispy Canadian bacon bits. Serve it in rustic bowls for a cozy and inviting look.