PORK SINIGANG | NENE COOKING VLOGS

pork belly

🥗Healthier: pork loin

💰Cheaper: chicken

Pork loin is leaner, while chicken is more affordable.

tamarind paste

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: lemon juice

Lime and lemon juice provide acidity without the cost of tamarind.

water spinach

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: spinach

Kale offers similar nutrients, while spinach is more widely available.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce is lower in calories, and salt is a budget-friendly alternative.

Boil water in a large pot over medium heat.

Add pork belly and simmer until tender, about 45 minutes.

Stir in tamarind paste and mix well.

Add chopped tomatoes and onion, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes.

Incorporate radish and long green beans, simmering for another 10 minutes.

Season with fish sauce, salt, and pepper to taste.

Add green chili for heat, if desired.

Finally, mix in water spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.

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