Pork Sinigang
Pork Sinigang is a classic Filipino soup with tender pork slowly simmered in a rich, tangy broth and fresh vegetables. Once you taste it, you will understand why this comforting dish is a must try and a favorite in many Filipino homes.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp Oil
- 1 piece Onion large (squared)
- 4 pieces Tomato large (squared)
- 1 Kilogram Pork Belly (square slices)
- 4 pieces Taro/Gabi (sliced into four)
- 2 tbsp Fish Sauce
- 4 cups Water
- 1 sachet Sinigang Mix
- 8 pieces Okra
- 1 bunch String Beans (cut to 3 inch length)
- 1 piece Radish (sliced)
- 1 bunch Kangkong (cut to 3 inch length)
- 3 pieces Green Chili
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté the onion until translucent. Add the tomatoes and cook until they begin to soften.
- Add the pork belly to the pot and cook until lightly browned.
- Add the taro (gabi) and stir in the fish sauce. Simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Pour in the water and bring to a boil.
- When the pork is slightly tender, add in the Sinigang Mix.
- Add the okra, string beans, and radish. Simmer for another 5-7 minutes until vegetables are tender but still crisp.
- Stir in the kangkong stalks and green chili peppers. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until the kangkong stalks are tender.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt if needed. Serve hot with steamed rice.
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Notes
- Sinigang is traditionally served with fish sauce (patis) and calamansi or lemon on the side for added flavor.
- Adjust the amount of sinigang mix according to your preferred sourness level.
- Cooking times may vary depending on the size and thickness of the pork belly and vegetables.