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Cozy Sinigang Recipe with Tender Pork Ribs Easy Homemade Sour Tamarind Soup

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A comforting Filipino sour tamarind soup featuring tender pork ribs simmered with fresh vegetables for a perfect balance of tangy and savory flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds pork ribs, cut into serving pieces
  • 3 tablespoons tamarind paste
  • 1 medium onion, peeled and quartered
  • 2 medium tomatoes, quartered
  • 1 cup radish, peeled and sliced
  • 1 cup long green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 2 cups water spinach (kangkong) or spinach, roughly chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce (patis)
  • 8 cups water
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse about 2 pounds of pork ribs under cold water and pat dry. Cut into serving pieces if not already pre-cut.
  2. In a large stockpot, combine pork ribs, 8 cups of water, 1 medium quartered onion, and 2 quartered tomatoes. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, about 10 minutes, then reduce to a gentle simmer.
  3. Simmer uncovered for 45 minutes to 1 hour, occasionally skimming off any foam or impurities with a slotted spoon or strainer.
  4. Stir in 3 tablespoons tamarind paste and 2 tablespoons fish sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning with fish sauce or salt as needed.
  5. Add 1 cup sliced radish and 1 cup chopped long green beans. Simmer for another 7-10 minutes until vegetables are tender but still slightly crisp.
  6. Stir in 2 cups chopped water spinach or fresh spinach leaves. Cook for 2 minutes until wilted.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Ladle hot soup into bowls, ensuring each serving has tender pork ribs and a good mix of vegetables.

Notes

If broth tastes too sour, add a small pinch of sugar to balance the flavor. Letting the soup rest for 10 minutes off the heat deepens the flavors. For vegetarian version, substitute pork ribs with firm tofu and use vegetable broth instead of water, omit fish sauce or replace with soy sauce or tamari. Skim foam during simmering for clearer broth. Avoid vigorous boiling to keep broth clear and ribs tender.

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Keywords: Sinigang, tamarind soup, pork ribs, Filipino soup, sour soup, comfort food, easy soup recipe

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