Bagoóng Monamon Lumpia Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup of bagoóng monamon (fermented fish paste)
- 1 cup of ground pork
- 1 cup of julienned carrots
- 1 cup of julienned green beans
- 1 cup of julienned onions
- 1 pack of lumpia wrappers
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 cup of vegetable oil for frying

Special equipment needed:
- Frying pan
- Mixing bowl
- Spoon
- Knife
- Cutting board

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the bagoóng monamon, ground pork, carrots, green beans, and onions. Mix well.

2. Take a lumpia wrapper and place a spoonful of the mixture in the center.

3. Fold the bottom part of the wrapper over the mixture, then fold the sides towards the center. Roll the wrapper tightly until it forms a lumpia.

4. Brush the beaten egg on the edge of the wrapper to seal it.

5. Repeat the process until all the mixture is used up.

6. Heat the vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.

7. Fry the lumpia until golden brown, turning occasionally to cook evenly.

8. Remove the lumpia from the pan and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.

9. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.


- Time:
Preparation time: 30 minutes
- Cooking time: 15 minutes
Temperature:
- Frying temperature: 350°F
Serving size:
- Makes 20-25 pieces

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 150 per piece
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Protein: 6g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Ground pork can be substituted with ground chicken or beef.
- Carrots, green beans, and onions can be substituted with other vegetables such as cabbage or bean sprouts.

Variations:
- Add chopped garlic and ginger to the mixture for added flavor.
- Use lumpia wrappers made from rice paper for a gluten-free option.

Tips and tricks:
- Use a spoon to measure the filling to ensure that each lumpia has the same amount of mixture.
- Do not overfill the lumpia wrapper to avoid it from bursting while frying.
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying to prevent the lumpia from becoming greasy.

Storage instructions:
- Store leftover lumpia in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the lumpia in the oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes or until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the lumpia on a platter with a dipping sauce in the center.
- Garnish with chopped scallions or cilantro for added color.

Pairings:
- Serve with a sweet chili sauce or vinegar dipping sauce.

Suggested side dishes:
- Steamed rice
- Stir-fried vegetables

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the lumpia wrapper is too thick, it may not cook evenly. Try using a thinner wrapper or rolling the wrapper thinner.
- If the lumpia bursts while frying, it may be overfilled. Use less filling for the next batch.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure the ground pork is cooked through before using it in the mixture.
- Wash your hands and utensils thoroughly before and after handling raw meat.

Food history:
- Bagoóng monamon is a popular condiment in Filipino cuisine made from fermented fish.

Flavor profiles:
- Salty, savory, umami

Serving suggestions:
- Serve as an appetizer or as a main dish with rice and vegetables.

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