Sotanghon Guisado

SOTANGHON GUISADO A SAVORY FILIPINO NOODLE DISH

Because of its delicious tastes and cultural significance, sotanghon guisado is highly valued in Filipino cuisine. Sotanghon noodles, which are made from mung bean starch, take on the savoury tastes of garlic, soy sauce, and other proteins and vegetables. It is commonly prepared in the Philippines using chicken, pig, prawns, or tofu, allowing for a wide range of regional variations and family customs.

Stir-frying aromatic ingredients until they start to fragrance is the first stage in preparing sotanghon guisado. Then add the protein and vegetables to get a pleasing mix of textures. The noodles are added last to maintain their soft texture and to give them time to absorb all of the ingredients of the dish. There is more to sotanghon guisado than just meal;

It brings people together to enjoy its delectable flavours and respect Filipino cooking traditions. It’s commonly served with or lemon wedges and garnished with fresh spring onions for a burst of sour acidity.

Prices:

Serving Size

Price

Single Order

₱ 80.00

3-5 Persons

₱ 540.00

6-10 Persons

₱ 750.00

11-15 Persons

₱ 850.00

16-20 Persons

₱ 950.00

21-25 Persons

₱ 1050.00

HOW TO COOK SOTANGHON GUISADO

There are some tips to cook Sotanghon Guisado delicious.

  • Always use green, fresh beans which give good taste and avoid brown beans who has spots on them.
  • For tender texture, blanch the beans into the boiling water for 1-2 minutes. After that put them into the ice water. This process makes them crunchy.
  • Cut the vegetables to the similar size of beans. Cook them on high heat for having crunchy taste.
  • Add soy sauce and oyster sauce for yummy taste.
  • Don’t overcook the beans, it spoils the taste.
  • Must add chicken, pork or beef as you like.
  • Sprinkle black pepper and enjoy it!

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Sotanghon Guisado

INGREDIENTS

Here are the ingredients of Sotanghon Guisado recipe.

Ingredients List

  1. Sotanghon noodles – 200 grams
  2. Chicken breast or pork belly – 200 grams
  3. Shrimp (optional) – 150 grams
  4. Carrots, julienned – 1 large
  5. Cabbage, shredded – 1 cup
  6. Bell pepper, sliced – 1 piece
  7. Garlic, minced – 4 cloves
  8. Soy sauce – 3 tablespoons
  9. Fish sauce (optional) – 1 tablespoon
  10. Chicken broth or water – 2 cups
  11. Cooking oil – 2 tablespoons
  12. Salt and pepper – To taste
  13. Spring onions, chopped – For garnish
  14. Calamansi or lemon wedges – For serving

COOKING INSTRUCTIONS

  • First, soak the sotanghon noodles in water until they become soft. Drain, then put away.
  • Heat the cooking oil in a big skillet or wok over a medium heat. Add minced garlic and chopped onions and stir until fragrant.
  • Cook the chicken or pork slices in the skillet until they are starting to become golden. If using, add the prawns and cook until pink and opaque. Add the julienned carrots, shredded cabbage, and sliced bell peppers; cook until the vegetables are tender.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste after adding the soy sauce and fish sauce, if using, to the pan. Simmer the mixture after that. Add enough water or chicken broth to bring the mixture to a boil. After mixing the flavors let it cook for 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Add the soaked sotanghon noodles to the pan with the other ingredients, mixing them together and letting the flavours blend. Continue cooking the noodles until they are well heated, about 3 to 4 minutes more.
  • Serve the sotanghon guisado on a platter and garnish with chopped spring onions. Serve with calamansi or lemon wedges on the side for added zest.
  • Savour the homemade sotanghon guisado, a flavourful and comfortable Filipino dish!

NUTRITION INFORMATION

Nutrition info is given below.

Nutrient

Amount Per Serving

Calories

320 kcal

Protein

25 g

Carbohydrates

35 g

Fiber

2 g

Fat

9 g

Saturated Fat

2 g

Cholesterol

60 mg

Sodium

1200 mg

Potassium

450 mg

Vitamin A

50% DV

Vitamin C

40% DV

Calcium

4% DV

Iron

15% DV

FAQs

Since sotanghon noodles are derived from mung bean starch, which is gluten-free, sotanghon guisado is gluten-free.

Of course! For a tasty vegetarian alternative, you can substitute tofu for the pork and prawns or simply stuff yourself with veggies.

Remaining Sotanghon Guisado can be kept in the fridge for up to three days in an airtight container. Before serving, thoroughly reheat.

Fried or steamed rice go nicely with sotanghon guisado. It also tastes great with Filipino side dishes like ensaladang talong (grilled eggplant salad) or lumpia (spring rolls).

Indeed, adding low-sodium fish sauce or soy sauce and modifying the amount to taste will help lower the salt intake. By adding salt carefully while cooking, you can also regulate the overall saltiness.

CONCLUSION

In conclusion, sotanghon guisado is a popular Filipino meal that is prized for its versatility and depth of flavour. Its gluten-free noodles and adaptable ingredients make it a flexible and cosy option that can be enjoyed at home or at parties, capturing the spirit of Filipino cooking culture and its ability to unite people.

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