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Close-up view of sinigang na hipon in bowl.

Sinigang na Hipon Recipe

Love Sinigang na Hipon? Try my easy recipe for this tangy, savory shrimp soup for a comforting meal that brings the taste of home to your table!
Prep Time 35 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Course Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine Filipino
Servings 4 servings
Calories 206 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp Cooking Oil
  • 1 piece Ginger thumb-sized (sliced)
  • 1 piece Onion medium (sliced)
  • 2 pieces Tomatoes medium (sliced)
  • 4 pieces Gabi / Taro
  • 500 grams Shrimp (cleaned and deveined)
  • 150 grams String beans (cut into 3-inch length)
  • 8 cups Water
  • 200 grams Okra (trimmed and halved)
  • 1 piece Radish (Sliced)
  • 1 packet Sinigang Mix
  • 200 grams Kangkong leaves (cut into 3-inch length)
  • 1 piece Green Chili
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • In a large pot, heat the cooking oil over medium heat. Add the ginger, onion, and tomatoes. Sauté until the onions are translucent and the tomatoes are softened then add the gabi/taro pieces.
  • Add the shrimp and string beans,cook until the shrimps turn pink and opaque, about 3-5 minutes. Add salt and pepper then toss.
  • Pour in the 8 cups of water. Add the okra and radish and bring to a boil
  • Once boiling, stir in the sinigang mix until fully dissolved.
  • Add the kangkong leaves and green chili. Cook for another 1-2 minutes or until the greens are wilted.
  • Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Serve hot with steamed rice.

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Notes

  • Fresh tamarind or tamarind paste provides the best sour flavor. If unavailable, tamarind soup base (sinigang mix) is a convenient alternative.