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Cozy Sinigang Soup Recipe Easy Tangy Comfort in 30 Minutes

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A quick and easy Filipino sinigang soup featuring tangy tamarind broth, tender pork ribs, and fresh vegetables, perfect for a comforting meal ready in just 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs (900 g) pork ribs, meaty and trimmed
  • 3–4 tablespoons tamarind paste
  • 8 cups (1.9 liters) water
  • 3 medium tomatoes, quartered
  • 1 large onion, quartered
  • 1 medium radish, sliced
  • 1 cup (100 g) string beans, trimmed
  • 2 cups (60 g) water spinach (kangkong) or fresh spinach
  • 3 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 2–3 whole green chili peppers (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse 2 lbs pork ribs under cold water and trim excess fat. Cut into serving pieces (about 5 minutes).
  2. In a large stockpot, add pork ribs and 8 cups water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a gentle simmer. Skim off any scum or foam with a slotted spoon. Simmer uncovered for 45 minutes or until ribs are tender but not falling apart.
  3. Add 1 large quartered onion and 3 quartered medium tomatoes to the pot. Simmer with the meat for an additional 10 minutes.
  4. Stir in 3-4 tablespoons tamarind paste, adjusting to your sourness preference. Cook for 5 minutes and taste the broth for balance.
  5. Add 3 tablespoons fish sauce and season with salt and pepper to taste. Add 2-3 whole green chili peppers if desired. Let simmer for 3 minutes.
  6. Add sliced radish and trimmed string beans. Continue simmering for 7 minutes or until vegetables are tender but still slightly crisp.
  7. Stir in 2 cups water spinach or fresh spinach. Cook for 2 minutes until wilted, avoiding overcooking.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Remove chili peppers if less heat is preferred.
  9. Serve hot, ladled into bowls with steamed rice on the side.

Notes

Start simmering pork ribs in cold water to extract maximum flavor. Skim scum frequently for a clear broth. Add tamarind paste gradually and taste often to avoid overly sour broth. Add greens last to keep vibrant color and fresh flavor. If broth is too sour, add a pinch of sugar; if bland, add more fish sauce or salt. For freezing, omit spinach and add fresh greens when reheating.

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Keywords: sinigang, Filipino soup, tamarind soup, pork ribs, comfort food, tangy soup, easy soup recipe

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