Gising-Gising (Filipino Creamy Coconut, Ginger & Spiced Green Bean Skillet) – Authentic Philippines Recipe
Literally "Wake Up, Wake Up!": a vibrant, creamy coconut and green bean skillet with a gentle ginger-chili kick.
- Country of Origin
- 🇵🇭 Philippines (Southeast Asia, Asia)
- Dietary Profile
- vegan
- Prep Time
- 15 min
- Cook Time
- 20 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Signature Staples
- Finely chopped crisp green beans and water spinach stems, Cubed firm tofu, Steamed jasmine rice, Thick coconut milk, Fresh ginger
Ingredients for Gising-Gising (Filipino Creamy Coconut, Ginger & Spiced Green Bean Skillet) (4 Servings)
- 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) finely chopped crisp green beans and water spinach stems, prepped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups cubed firm tofu, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup steamed jasmine rice
- 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with thick coconut milk
- 1.5 tbsp traditional Philippines seasoning (fresh ginger, garlic, red and green chilies)
- 2.5 tbsp traditional cooking oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh citrus or herbs
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
- Heat oil in a wide heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sauté onion, garlic, and thick coconut milk for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add finely chopped crisp green beans and water spinach stems and cubed firm tofu along with fresh ginger, garlic, red and green chilies, searing for 8–10 minutes while tossing occasionally.
- Deglaze the pan with a splash of broth or citrus so the caramelized fond coats every bite.
- Garnish with steamed jasmine rice and serve straight from the skillet.