Sinigang na Baboy is a quintessential Filipino sour soup that warms the soul with its bright, tamarind-based broth. This dish features tender pork ribs simmered until fall-off-the-bone soft, infused with the rich umami of tomatoes and onions. The characteristic sourness comes from sampaloc (tamarind), balanced by the crisp freshness of radishes, green beans, and spinach. It’s a hearty, protein-packed meal perfect for rainy days or when you need a comforting, flavorful reset. Easy to prepare with pantry staples, this soup offers a beautiful interplay of textures and zesty flavors that make it a family favorite.
Sinigang Na Baboy (Pork in Sour Broth)
Description
Sinigang na Baboy is a quintessential Filipino sour soup that warms the soul with its bright, tamarind-based broth. This dish features tender pork ribs simmered until fall-off-the-bone soft, infused with the rich umami of tomatoes and onions. The characteristic sourness comes from sampaloc (tamarind), balanced by the crisp freshness of radishes, green beans, and spinach. It&# 226;ÂÂs a hearty, protein-packed meal perfect for rainy days or when you need a comforting, flavorful reset. Easy to prepare with pantry staples, this soup offers a beautiful interplay of textures and zesty flavors that make it a family favorite.Ingredients
Directions
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In a large pot, bring 5 cups of water and the pork ribs to a boil over high heat.
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Once boiling, add the sliced tomatoes, sliced onion, salt, and tamarind (sampaloc).
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Reduce heat to low and simmer for 1 hour, or until the pork is tender.
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Remove the tamarind pods from the pot and mash them with a ladle to extract the juice.
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Strain the mashed tamarind juice back into the pot, discarding the solids.
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Taste the broth and adjust seasoning with more salt if needed.
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Bring the soup back to a boil and add the green beans and sliced radishes.
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Simmer for 10 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
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Add the spinach, cover the pot, and remove from heat.
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Let stand for 5 minutes to allow the residual heat to wilt the spinach.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 412.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 23.8g37%
- Saturated Fat 8.5g43%
- Cholesterol 136.2mg46%
- Sodium 105.6mg5%
- Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 46.0g92%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
