Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 lb pork belly, sliced into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup binaki (ground corn)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 tomatoes, chopped
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup tamarind juice
- 1 cup kangkong (water spinach) leaves
- 1 cup sitaw (string beans), cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1 cup talong (eggplant), sliced
- 2 pieces siling haba (green chili peppers)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special equipment needed:
- Large pot
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large pot, sauté the pork belly until browned. Add the onions and tomatoes and cook until softened.
2. Add the binaki and stir well. Pour in the water and tamarind juice and bring to a boil.
3. Add the kangkong, sitaw, and talong. Simmer for 10-15 minutes or until the vegetables are cooked.
4. Add the siling haba and season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Serve hot with steamed rice.
- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 30 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium heat
Serving size:
- 4-6 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 20g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Pork belly can be substituted with chicken or beef.
- Binaki can be substituted with cornmeal.
Variations:
- Use other vegetables such as okra, radish, or bok choy.
- Add shrimp or fish for a seafood version.
- Use calamansi juice instead of tamarind juice for a different sour flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Use fresh tamarind pods to make tamarind juice.
- Adjust the amount of siling haba according to your preferred level of spiciness.
- Add a pinch of sugar to balance the sourness of the tamarind.
Storage instructions:
- Store any leftover sinigang in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the sinigang in a pot over medium heat until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the sinigang in a large bowl and garnish with chopped cilantro or green onions.
Garnishes:
- Chopped cilantro or green onions
Pairings:
- Steamed rice
Suggested side dishes:
- Grilled or fried fish
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sinigang is too sour, add a pinch of sugar to balance the flavor.
- If the sinigang is too salty, add more water to dilute the saltiness.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the pork belly thoroughly to avoid any foodborne illnesses.
Food history:
- Sinigang is a popular Filipino soup dish that is known for its sour flavor. It is usually made with tamarind or other sour fruits.
Flavor profiles:
- Sour, savory, and slightly spicy
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the sinigang hot with steamed rice.
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