Our full guide on How To Make Sinigang one of the most delicious and popular dishes in the Philippines.
Sinigang is a traditional Filipino soup known for its sour and savory flavor, typically achieved with tamarind. It’s often made with pork, but shrimp, beef, and fish versions are also popular.
Here’s a guide on how to make pork sinigang, along with tips and approximate calorie counts.
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How to Make Sinigang
Sinigang Recipe Ingredients
2 pounds pork belly or pork ribs, cut into chunks
8 cups water
1 onion, quartered
2 tomatoes, quartered
2 radishes, sliced
1 eggplant, sliced
1 bunch of kangkong (water spinach) or spinach
2-3 green chilies (optional)
1 pack sinigang mix or 1/2 cup fresh tamarind juice
2 tablespoons fish sauce or salt to taste
1 tablespoon cooking oil
Step By Step How to Make Sinigang
Boil Pork
In a large pot, heat the cooking oil and sauté the onion until translucent. Add the pork chunks and cook until lightly browned. Pour in the water and bring to a boil. Skim off any scum that rises to the surface.
Add Vegetables
Add the tomatoes, radishes, and eggplant to the pot. Cook until the vegetables are tender.
Add Sourness
Add the sinigang mix or fresh tamarind juice. Stir well and simmer for about 10 minutes. Adjust the sourness by adding more tamarind juice or mix to taste.
Season
Season the soup with fish sauce or salt. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
Finish
Add the green chilies (if using) and the kangkong or spinach. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the greens are wilted.
Serve
Serve hot with steamed rice on the side.
Tips to Make Sinigang
Use fresh vegetables and meat for the best flavor. The sourness of sinigang can be adjusted by adding more or less tamarind. Some variations also use calamansi or green mangoes.
You can make sinigang with shrimp, fish, or beef instead of pork. Serve sinigang hot with steamed rice, and consider adding fish sauce or patis on the side for extra flavor.
How Many Calories Have Sinigang
Calories: Approximately 200-250 per serving
Protein: 15-20 grams
Carbohydrates: 10-15 grams
Fat: 10-15 grams
Fiber: 2-3 grams
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