Pork Ribs Sinigang (Filipino Sour Tamarind Soup)
Pork RibsSinigang is a classic Filipino sour soup made with tender pork ribs, freshvegetables, and a tangy tamarind broth. Comforting, hearty, and perfect withrice!
Ingredients
- 2.38 lbs pork ribs cut into serving pieces
- 1/3 cup cooking oil
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 1 large tomato chopped
- 1 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 4 cups water
- 4 pcs taro root gabi, peeled and sliced
- 5 pcs string beans sliced
- 2 pcs eggplant sliced
- 1 medium radish peeled and sliced thin
- 2 –3 pcs serrano or green chili peppers
- 1 –2 pcs 20g sinigang mix powder (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- A handful of bokchoy or kangkong leaves
Instructions
- Sauté Base Aromatics:
- In a large pot, heat 1/3 cup cooking oil over medium heat. Sauté the onion and tomato until soft and fragrant.
- Add Pork:
- Add the pork ribs. Season with 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp ground black pepper, and 1 tbsp fish sauce. Cook for about 5–8 minutes until slightly browned.
- Simmer Until Tender:
- Pour in 4 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until pork ribs are tender.
- Add Root Veggies:
- Add taro root (gabi) and radish. Continue simmering for another 10–15 minutes until the taro is soft and helps thicken the broth slightly.
- Add Remaining Veggies:
- Add string beans, eggplant, and green chili peppers. Simmer for 5 more minutes.
- Sour It Up:
- Stir in 1–2 packs of sinigang mix powder, depending on your desired level of sourness. Simmer for 3–5 minutes.
- Final Touches:
- Add bokchoy or kangkong leaves and simmer for 1 more minute. Taste and adjust with salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve Hot:
- Serve with hot rice and enjoy the comforting sour goodness!