Filipino Sinigang

Posted by Gemma Paige Thompson on July 22, 2024 · 1 min read

Sinigang is a traditional Filipino soup known for its savory and sour broth. This comforting dish is a staple in Filipino households, loved for its tangy flavor and hearty ingredients. The sourness of sinigang usually comes from tamarind, calamansi, or green mango, giving the soup a refreshing kick.

The beauty of sinigang lies in its versatility; you can make it with various meats such as pork, shrimp, fish, or beef, and load it with an assortment of vegetables like kangkong (water spinach), radish, eggplant, and string beans. This dish is best enjoyed steaming hot over a bowl of rice, perfect for a cozy family dinner or a rainy day comfort food.

Ingredients:

  • 500g pork belly, cut into chunks
  • 1 onion, quartered
  • 2 tomatoes, quartered
  • 1 radish, sliced
  • 100g green beans, trimmed
  • 2L water
  • 1 pack sinigang mix
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. In a large pot, bring the water to a boil.
  2. Add the onion, tomatoes, and pork belly. Cook until the pork is tender.
  3. Once the pork is tender, add the sinigang mix and stir to combine.
  4. Add the radish and green beans, then simmer until the vegetables are cooked.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve hot with steamed rice.