Vegetarian Pinakbet

Experience the hearty and flavorful goodness of **Vegetarian Pinakbet**, a plant-based twist on the classic Filipino vegetable stew. This vibrant dish features a medley of nutrient-packed vegetables like eggplant, bitter melon, squash, long green beans, and okra, all simmered in a savory blend of vegetable broth, soy sauce, and aromatic spices. Perfectly balanced between light bitterness and umami-rich flavors, this recipe delivers a comforting, wholesome meal in just under an hour. Served best with steamed rice, Vegetarian Pinakbet is a delicious and nutritious way to enjoy the rich culinary traditions of Filipino cuisine—entirely meat-free. Whether you’re a dedicated vegetarian or simply exploring global flavors, this easy one-pot dish is sure to impress your taste buds!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 medium onion, sliced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 medium tomatoes, chopped
• 2 medium eggplant, sliced into rounds
• 1 medium bitter melon (ampalaya), sliced
• 200 grams squash (kabocha), cubed
• 150 grams long green beans (sitaw), cut into 2-inch pieces
• 10 pieces okra, trimmed
• 2 cups water
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the sliced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, approximately 1 minute.

Step 4

Add the chopped tomatoes and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes soften and release their juices, around 5 minutes.

Step 5

Add the eggplant, bitter melon, squash, green beans, and okra to the pot, stirring to combine.

Step 6

Pour in the water and vegetable broth, then add the soy sauce, salt, and pepper.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot.

Step 8

Simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 9

Adjust seasoning with more salt or soy sauce if needed.

Step 10

Serve hot with steamed rice for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2261.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	762.2

Total Fat 30.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 17.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4168.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 115.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.5g	0%
Total Sugars 49.7g
Protein 25.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 405.1mg	0%
Iron 7.7mg	0%
Potassium 4316.5mg	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: 33.0%

Protein: 11.9%

Carbs: 55.1%