Vegan Giniling (Filipino Ground Meat Dish)

Delight in the bold and savory flavors of Filipino cuisine with this Vegan Giniling, a plant-based twist on the traditional ground meat dish! Made with hearty vegan minced meat, vibrant vegetables like potatoes, carrots, and green peas, and a rich tomato-soy sauce base, this dish is a flavorful and satisfying alternative that’s perfect for any meal. Fragrant bay leaf and aromatic garlic enhance its authentic taste, while the diced bell peppers and spring onion garnish bring freshness and color. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy, one-pan recipe pairs beautifully with rice or your favorite grain, offering a comforting and wholesome meal that’s vegan, nutrient-packed, and irresistibly delicious. Whether you're a long-time fan of Filipino food or exploring it for the first time, this Vegan Giniling is a must-try dish that will impress everyone at the table!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 whole cloves garlic, minced
• 1 whole medium onion, diced
• 1 whole bell pepper, diced
• 300 grams vegan minced meat or crumbles
• 1 medium carrot, diced
• 100 grams green peas
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 200 grams tomato sauce
• 100 milliliters water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 whole bay leaf
• 1 medium potato, diced
• 2 tablespoons spring onions, sliced

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic and diced onion, sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the bell pepper and continue to sauté for another 2 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the vegan minced meat and cook until it's evenly heated, approximately 5 minutes.

Step 5

Add the diced carrots, green peas, and diced potato to the pan and sauté for another 3 minutes.

Step 6

Pour in the soy sauce, tomato sauce, and water, then add the bay leaf, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Stir all ingredients well, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 8

Cover the pan and let it cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender and the sauce has thickened.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 10

Garnish with sliced spring onions and serve hot with rice or your preferred grain.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1342.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1319.4

Total Fat 62.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5610.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 118.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.3g	0%
Total Sugars 28.4g
Protein 78.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 329.0mg	0%
Iron 15.0mg	0%
Potassium 2953.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.8%

Protein: 23.3%

Carbs: 35.0%