Filipino Adobong Talbos ng Kamote
Filipino Adobong Talbos ng Kamote is a savory, tangy, and slightly sweet vegetable dish made from young sweet potato leaves simmered in a classic adobo sauce of vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, and sometimes onions. It's a beloved home-style vegetable side dish from the Philippines, often served alongside steamed rice and grilled or fried fish or meat.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is low in calories and carbohydrates, with minimal fat and protein. It is a nutritional powerhouse, providing exceptionally high levels of Vitamin A (from beta-carotene), Vitamin C, and iron, along with a good amount of dietary fiber and potassium.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 45 kcal |
| Protein | 2.5 g |
| Carbs | 7 g |
| Fat | 0.5 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 1.5 g |
| Sodium | 380 mg |
| Vitamin A | 12000 IU (240% DV) |
| Vitamin C | 45 mg (50% DV) |
| Iron | 2.8 mg (16% DV) |
| Potassium | 350 mg (7% DV) |
| Calcium | 80 mg (6% DV) |
| Vitamin K | 120 mcg (100% DV) |
| Manganese | 0.5 mg (22% DV) |
| Folate | 50 mcg (13% DV) |
Per 1 cup (about 150 g), cooked · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a prime example of Filipino 'ulam' (viand) that transforms a humble, readily available garden green into a flavorful dish. Nutritionally, the vinegar-based cooking method is believed to help increase the bioavailability of iron from the leaves.
