Sauted Malunggay Pods

Ingredients:

2 c. fresh Malunggay Pods
2 T. shortening
1 tsp. minced garlic
2 T. sliced onion
1/2 c. sliced tomatoes
1 c. boiled beef, diced
1 tsp. salt
1 c. fresh lima or butter bean seeds, peeled
1 c. green cowpea or yard-long bean pods cut into 1-1/2″ lengths

Preparation:
Cut malunggay pods lengthwise into 4 piececs. Slice white pulp including tender seeds. Discard outer covering. Cut pulp into 1-1/2 inch lenghts. Saute garlic, onion, and tomatoes. Add beef. Cover, and cook 2 minutes. Season with fish paste and salt. Add lima or butter beans, and cook 3 minutes. Add malunggay pulp and cowpea or yard-liong bean. Cover, and cook 10 minutes. Serves 6.