Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 lb. shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup kamias (bilimbi) fruit, sliced
- 4 cups water
- 1 tbsp. fish sauce
- 1 tbsp. tamarind powder
- 1 cup spinach leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special equipment needed:
- Large pot
- Ladle
- Knife
- Cutting board
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large pot, sauté onion, garlic, and tomatoes until soft.
2. Add kamias fruit and water. Bring to a boil.
3. Add fish sauce and tamarind powder. Stir well.
4. Add shrimp and cook for 3-5 minutes or until shrimp turns pink.
5. Add spinach leaves and cook for another minute.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium heat
Serving size:
- 4 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Protein: 18g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- If kamias fruit is not available, you can use tamarind or calamansi juice instead.
Variations:
- You can use other seafood such as fish, squid, or mussels instead of shrimp.
Tips and tricks:
- To make the soup more flavorful, you can add more vegetables such as eggplant, okra, or radish.
- If you want a spicier soup, you can add chili peppers or hot sauce.
- To prevent the shrimp from overcooking, remove them from the pot as soon as they turn pink.
Storage instructions:
- Store leftover sinigang na hipon sa kamias in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the soup in a pot over medium heat until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the sinigang na hipon sa kamias in individual bowls.
- Garnish with chopped green onions or cilantro.
Pairings:
- Serve with steamed rice.
Suggested side dishes:
- Grilled or fried fish
- Lumpia (spring rolls)
- Ensaladang talong (eggplant salad)
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the soup is too sour, add more water to dilute the tamarind flavor.
- If the soup is too salty, add more water and adjust the seasoning.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to clean and devein the shrimp properly before cooking.
- Always wash your hands and utensils before handling food.
Food history:
- Sinigang is a popular Filipino soup dish that is known for its sour and savory flavor. It is usually made with tamarind, but other souring agents such as kamias or guava can also be used.
Flavor profiles:
- Sour, savory, and slightly sweet.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve hot with steamed rice and other Filipino dishes.
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Region: Philippine