Mangu

sinigang

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Sinigang is a popular Filipino soup or stew characterized by its sour and savory flavor. It is typically associated with tamarind (sampalok) but can also be made sour with other ingredients like calamondin, bilimbi, or unripe mango. The main ingredients are usually a protein (commonly pork, beef, fish, or shrimp), various vegetables, and rice water. The dish is often served with rice and is considered a comfort food in Philippine cuisine.

tamarind soup mix

water

tomato

radish

kangkong

salt

string beans

dried pepper

eggplant

green chili pepper

ground pork

onion

Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 1 kilogram pork, cut into chunks

  • 1 pack tamarind soup mix

  • 6 cups water

  • 1 large tomato, quartered

  • 1 large onion, quartered

  • 2 green chili peppers

  • 1 radish, sliced

  • 1 bundle string beans, cut into 2 inch pieces

  • 1 bundle kangkong (water spinach), leaves and tender stalks only

  • 1 eggplant, sliced

  • Salt and pepper to taste


Instructions:

  1. In a large pot, combine the pork, water, tomatoes, onion, and tamarind soup mix. Bring to a boil.

  2. Lower the heat and simmer for about 1 hour or until the pork is tender.

  3. Add the radish and eggplant, and simmer for another 10 minutes.

  4. Add the string beans and kangkong, and simmer for another 5 minutes.

  5. Add the green chili peppers and season with salt and pepper to taste.

  6. Serve hot with steamed rice.