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Blood Clam Soup

Cultural Context

Blood Clam Soup, or Sinigang na Clams, hails from the Philippines, where sour soups are a cherished part of the culinary tradition. This dish showcases the unique flavor of blood clams, often enjoyed during family gatherings and rainy days. Its tangy profile, derived from tamarind, balances beautifully with the briny clams, making it a comforting staple. Today, variations exist across the archipelago, with each region adding its twist.

FilipinoPHmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb blood clams
4 cups water
2 tablespoons tamarind
2 medium tomatoes
1 medium onion
1 tablespoon ginger
1 green chili
2 cups spinach
2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 stalk lemongrass
1 teaspoon sugar
1 lime
1/4 cup coriander

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

blood clams

🥗Healthier: mussels

💰Cheaper: canned clams

Mussels are lower in calories and more widely available.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce offers umami without fish allergens.

1

Clean blood clams under cold running water until free of sand.

2

In a pot, combine water, tamarind, and tomatoes; bring to a boil.

3

Add onion, ginger, and green chili; simmer for 10 minutes.

4

Stir in the cleaned clams; cook until they open, about 5-7 minutes.

5

Add spinach and fish sauce; simmer for another 2 minutes.

6

Season with salt, pepper, and sugar to taste.

7

Remove from heat and stir in lime juice and coriander before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Allergens

shellfish

Also Known As

Sinigang na ClamsClam Sinigang

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