Adobong Sitaw (String Beans Adobo)

Ingredients

• 1 lb String beans (sitaw)
• 1/4 cup Soy sauce (gluten-free)
• 1/4 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 4 cloves Garlic
• 1 tsp Black peppercorns
• 2 leaves Bay leaves
• 1 tbsp Vegetable oil

Instructions

1. 1Trim the ends of the 1 lb of string beans and cut them into 2-inch (5 cm) pieces. Peel and mince the 4 cloves of garlic.
2. 2Heat the 1 tbsp of vegetable oil in a large (10-12 inch / 25-30 cm) skillet or pan over medium heat (approximately 300-325°F / 150-163°C). Add the minced 4 cloves of garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until it becomes fragrant and lightly golden.
3. 3Add the 1 lb of 2-inch (5 cm) string bean pieces to the skillet. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, tossing frequently, until the string beans are bright green and slightly tender-crisp.
4. 4Pour in the 1/4 cup of gluten-free soy sauce and the 1/4 cup of apple cider vinegar. Add the 1 tsp of black peppercorns and the 2 bay leaves to the skillet.
5. 5Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Once simmering, reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the string beans are tender when pierced with a fork and the sauce has slightly thickened, coating the back of a spoon.
6. 6Remove the 2 bay leaves from the skillet. Serve the Adobong Sitaw hot, it pairs well with plain steamed rice.

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