Ginisang Monggo with Pork Pata

Ingredients for Ginisang Monggo with Pork Pata

• 1 kg pork leg, cut into sections
• 1 1/2 cups green mung beans
• 1 litre pork or chicken stock
• 1 bunch spinach, optional
• 1 whole head garlic, minced
• Fish sauce, to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• Oil

How to cook Ginisang Monggo with Pork Pata

1. 1.Heat oil in a pot over medium heat. Sauté garlic until golden, then remove and reserve it for garnish.
2. 2.Add pork leg and fry until golden on all sides.
3. 3.Add mung beans and stock, bring to a boil, then simmer for 1 1/2 hours until beans are very soft and pork is very tender.
4. 4.Add water if needed for your preferred consistency. Stir in spinach, if using, and season with fish sauce and black pepper.
5. 5.Serve hot, topped with the reserved fried garlic.