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Recipe of Spicy Sitaw

Spicy Sitaw is a delightful Filipino dish featuring string beans (sitaw) cooked in a spicy coconut milk sauce. This simple yet flavorful recipe is perfect as a side dish or even as a vegetarian main course. The combination of tender-crisp string beans, creamy coconut milk, and a hint of spice creates a mouthwatering dish that will tickle your taste buds.
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Recipe of Spicy Sitaw

Prep

20 min

Servings

4

Ingredients

Directions

  1. 1

    Heat the cooking oil in a pan over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Sauté the minced garlic and chopped onion until fragrant and the onion becomes translucent.

  3. 3

    Add the sliced red chili pepper and stir for a minute.

  4. 4

    Pour in the coconut milk and bring it to a gentle simmer.

  5. 5

    Add the string beans (sitaw) and cook for about 10-12 minutes or until they are tender but still slightly crisp.

  6. 6

    Season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the spice level by adding more chili if desired.

  7. 7

    Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

  8. 8

    Serve the Spicy Sitaw as a side dish or as a main course with steamed rice. Enjoy the creamy, spicy goodness!

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