~₱120 Chicken Ginataang Sitaw for 2 People (Tipid Recipe)
~₱120(estimated)2 servings55 minutes
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Ingredients
This Filipino recipe is built for budget meals—~₱120 Chicken Ginataang Sitaw for 2 People (Tipid Recipe) delivers the kind of ulam satisfaction you want, without the big spend.
For under ₱120 cooking, this ingredient list is designed to be practical: you’ll know exactly what goes in, how much to use, and what to prioritize so your ~₱120 Chicken Ginataang Sitaw for 2 People (Tipid Recipe) tastes great every time.
Use these ingredients as your quick prep checklist, then follow the steps for a smooth cook—perfect for everyday Filipino home kitchens and meal planning for 2 servings.
Shopping list
- Chicken – 250g
- Sitaw (string beans) – 500g
- Coconut milk – 1/2 cup
- Onion – 1/2 pc
- Garlic – 3 cloves
- Fish sauce – 2 tbsp
- Cooking oil – 1 tsp
- Salt – 1/2 tsp
- Ground black pepper – 1/4 tsp
- Oyster sauce – 1/2 tbsp
Quick cost check
- Chicken – 250g~ ₱ 50
- Sitaw (string beans) – 500g~ ₱ 25
- Coconut milk – 1/2 cup~ ₱ 18
- Onion – 1/2 pc~ ₱ 6
- Garlic – 3 cloves~ ₱ 6
- Fish sauce – 2 tbsp~ ₱ 6
- Cooking oil – 1 tsp~ ₱ 2
- Salt – 1/2 tsp~ ₱ 1
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Steps
- 1Sauté garlic and onion in oil until aromatic.
- 2Add chicken and cook until lightly browned.
- 3Add sitaw and a little water, then simmer until the beans start to soften.
- 4Pour in coconut milk and cook until the sauce is smooth; season with fish sauce, then serve with rice. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, oyster sauce as needed.
Notes
Total cost (estimated)
~₱120
Prices are estimates and may vary depending on location and market conditions.
Serving size
2 servings
Tips
Cooking tips to help your ~₱120 Chicken Ginataang Sitaw for 2 People (Tipid Recipe) turn out flavorful, tender, and budget-meals friendly.
For tipid results, cook with the same budget angle (under ₱120) and adjust seasonings gradually.
Variations
Ingredient alternatives and smart swaps so you can still make ~₱120 Chicken Ginataang Sitaw for 2 People (Tipid Recipe) even when your pantry runs low.
- Make it extra filling by adding more gulay when available.
- Swap protein within budget: chicken ↔ pork ↔ tofu.
- Keep it budget-friendly with the same under-₱ style (under ₱120) for for 2 people.
Serving Suggestions
What to pair with ~₱120 Chicken Ginataang Sitaw for 2 People (Tipid Recipe) for a complete Filipino meal.
- Serve ~₱120 Chicken Ginataang Sitaw for 2 People (Tipid Recipe) with rice so your budget meals feel full and satisfying.
- Pair with a simple side salad or steamed gulay to balance the flavors.
- For extra aroma, pair with a light broth or soup version on the side if available.
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