Filipino Sinigang

Ingredients

• Water (8 cups)
• Pork ribs (1.5 pounds, cut into pieces)
• Tamarind soup base (1 packet (about 1.5 oz))
• Onion (1 medium, quartered)
• Tomatoes (2 medium, quartered)
• Radish (1 medium, sliced)
• Eggplant (1 large, sliced)
• String beans (1 cup, trimmed)
• Spinach (2 cups, fresh)
• Fish sauce (2 tablespoons)
• Salt (to taste)
• Pepper (to taste)

Instructions

1. In a large pot, bring the 8 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.
2. Add the pork ribs and allow to simmer for 30 minutes, skimming off any impurities that rise to the surface to maintain a clear broth.
3. Stir in the tamarind soup base until fully dissolved, creating that signature sour flavor.
4. Add the quartered onions and tomatoes to the pot, and simmer for an additional 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
5. Introduce the sliced radish, string beans, and eggplant. Cook for about 5 minutes or until the vegetables are tender but still vibrant.
6. Finally, add the fresh spinach and cook for another 2 minutes until wilted.
7. Season the soup with fish sauce, salt, and pepper to taste, adjusting flavors to your preference.
8. Serve hot with steamed rice on the side, allowing the rich broth to complement the rice perfectly.