Filipino Sinigang | Sour & Savory Soup

pork

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than pork.

tamarind

🥗Healthier: calamansi juice

💰Cheaper: lime juice

Calamansi is often more accessible in the Philippines.

water spinach

🥗Healthier: bok choy

💰Cheaper: spinach

Bok choy provides a similar texture and flavor.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce offers umami flavor with less sodium.

Boil water in a large pot over high heat.

Add pork riblets and simmer until tender.

Add tamarind base and mix well.

Stir in diced onion, garlic, and tomatoes; cook until softened.

Add diced eggplant, taro, okra, and green beans; simmer until vegetables are tender.

Incorporate fish sauce and adjust seasoning.

Add baby spinach last and cook until wilted.

Serve hot.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens