This rich and savory vegan Filipino condiment is made with tomatoes, salted black beans, and coconut cream. It’s an easy plant-based alternative to traditional bagoong that pairs perfectly with rice and vegetables.
Prep Time10 minutesmins
Cook Time10 minutesmins
Total Time20 minutesmins
Course: Condiment, Dip, Side Dish
Cuisine: Filipino
Servings: 5servings
Calories: 149kcal
Author: Lainey
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Ingredients
½cupsalted black beans
8–10medium ripe red tomatoeschopped
1red onionchopped, with some reserved for sautéing
3clovesgarlicminced
½cupcoconut cream
wateras needed
salt and black pepperto taste
Instructions
Prepare the Ingredients
First, chop the tomatoes and red onion, then mince the garlic.
Set aside a small amount of the tomatoes and onion for cooking later.
Blend the Bagoong Mixture
Next, add the salted black beans, most of the tomatoes, garlic, and onion to a blender.
Blend until smooth and thick.
Cook the Tomatoes
Then, add a small amount of water to a pan over medium heat and add the reserved tomatoes and onion.
Cook until the tomatoes are soft and slightly mushy.
Add the Bagoong Mixture
After that, pour the blended black bean mixture into the pan, then stir in the coconut cream.
Cook for 3–5 minutes so the flavors come together.
Season and Serve
Then season with salt and black pepper, and add a little water if you want a thinner consistency.
Finally, turn off the heat and serve with rice or vegetables!