What do you like to have with your Sinigang? Some people prefer those of the seafood variety like shrimp or bangus. But for others, Sinigang simply tastes better with a delicious blend of filling and satisfying meatiness. Why not have two meat components in your favorite tamarind stew for a change? This Pork and Chicken…
Soup Recipes
Pinapaitan sa Ampalaya
A fiesta of flavors sets Filipino cuisine heads and shoulders apart from the rest. Never one to shy away from the sweet, savory, or sour, it logically follows that we’d explore even the bitter aspects of food, too. For many, bitter food may often turn us away from the dining table almost immediately. But for…
Bulalo Recipe
It’s a well known fact that Filipinos love stew and soup dishes. From the sour sinigang to the sweet tinola, there’s guaranteed to be a soup dish for every flavor palate preference –– all great to sip and enjoy, especially during long, cool nights. But one of the most popular, and arguably most delicious, soups…
Beef Pares Lomi
Comfort food — everyone has one. Whatever dish came to your mind just now is what can soothe and satisfy your soul during the toughest of days. A good comfort food is perfect no matter the weather or situation, and can spark joy whether you’re getting it from home or buying it at your favorite…
Almondigas Recipe
Almondigas is a soup dish that has two main ingredients: meatballs and patola (this is also known as loofa of Chinese okra). I’m not sure where exactly this dish originated but it sure reminds me of a similar Spanish dish called Albondigas. I used to call this dish Misua and Patola soup not until my…
Crispy Garlic Bangus and Cream of Pumpkin Soup
Crispy Garlic Bangus has always been a favorite in my household. Touted as the Philippines’ national fish, milkfish, or bangus as we more commonly refer to it as, is a Filipino favorite without question. There’s a rich creaminess to bangus that you can’t get in any other fish, and it’s something people both young and…
Shrimp Bisque and Clubhouse Sandwich
You might be familiar with the greatly popular meal combination called “Surf and turf.” This is where you put some seafood and meat in a perfectly balanced dish duo, ranging from steak and lobster to some fish with chicken. But another cuisine collaboration with the same appeal that you should be taking notice of as…
Laswa Recipe
These days, it might get pretty difficult to get ahold of healthy food from outside. Whether it’s the convenience of fast food chains or the general popularity of oily, fried meals, you might find yourself running out of options with regards to nutritious vegetable dishes. And even if you do end up finding vegetable meals…
Beef Papaitan
Beef Papaitan or Papaitang Baka is a version of the popular Pinapaitan that makes use of the cow’s internal organs. This is my own take to this beloved dish. I made sure to make the process as simple as possible so that you can follow. How to Cook Beef Papaitan The process involved in making…
Beef Hinalang
Beef Hinalang is a spicy Filpino soup dish. There are several versions of this dish. This recipe depicts the version from Mindanao. If you love spicy food, this recipe is a must try. Spicy beef soup is great, in my opinion. This is the reason why I always have a saucer full of crushed chili…
Chicken Asparagus Soup Recipe
Chicken Asparagus Soup is another good recipe to cook. You might have tried some of our asparagus recipes such as asparagus soup and asparagus salad. This soup dish is also good and easy to prepare. How to Cook Chicken Asparagus Soup The first thing to do when making this soup is to prepare the chicken….
Sinigang na Hipon Recipe
Sinigang na Hipon is a Filipino main dish having shrimp as the main ingredient. Fresh Shrimps and vegetables are cooked by boiling in a sour broth. The commonly used souring agent is tamarind. However, other fruits such as guava, tomato, bilimbi (known as kamias), green mango, pineapple, and wild mangosteen (santol) can also be used.
Similar to the previous sinigang dishes that we featured (Sinigang na ulo ng Salmon and Pork Sinigang), This variation is eaten with rice and some fish sauce (patis) on the side. I usually cook this dish whenever I feel nostalgic or when the weather is pretty cold. Like today, the temperature is dropping again somewhat signaling for the coming of winter.
Try this comforting Sinigang na Hipon recipe.
Chicken Mami Recipe
Chicken Mami is the Filipino version of Chicken Noodle Soup. It is delicious and perfect to have during the cold weather. This is usually sold in noodle houses or “mamihan” along with other favorites such as Beef Mami, Pares, and Siopao. This recipe is an easy version. It is fit for beginners. If you love…
Pork Lomi
Pork Lomi is a type of Filipino noodle dish wherein boiled pork slices, chorizo, and vegetables along with fresh round noodles are cooked in a rich and thick soup base. A piece of egg is added towards the end of the cooking process. Lomi can be enjoyed anytime of the day. It is usually consumed…
Chicken Sotanghon Soup
Chicken Sotanghon Soup is a Filipino version of chicken noodle soup. This soup dish makes use of shredded chicken and sotanghon noodles. It also has carrots and cabbage. Adding roasted garlic, scallions, and seasoning with fish sauce makes it stand out. I like to have Chicken Sotanghon Soup anytime of the day regardless of the…
Soup Number 5
Soup Number 5 is a type of exotic soup. It is composed of the bull’s sex organs, mainly the penis and the testes. I will refer to these as bat and balls throughout the article and the recipe. This soup is said to have aphrodisiac effects. This soup is usually consumed as a pulutan while…
Tinolang Tahong Recipe
Tinolang Tahong is a mussel soup recipe with ginger and spinach.
This recipe is inspired by a famous Filipino soup dish called tinolang manok or chicken tinola — which uses chicken, green papaya wedges, and chili pepper leaves.
This mussel soup recipe is simple, budget-friendly, and delicious. This is also quick to prepare. It took me only 15 minutes to cook this dish.
Beef Pares Recipe
Beef Pares are cubed beef briskets cooked with spices and tenderized to perfection. The aroma of this dish alone is enticing. The taste is captivating. You will surely ask for more after tasting it. I was first introduced to this dish during my elementary days. It was in a local Tapsilog restaurant in Las Pinas…
Creamy Chicken Sopas
There is nothing like having a bowl of hot Creamy Chicken Sopas to make you feel warm and comfy on a cold day, especially during this time when the temperature outside starts to get chilly. This recipe should be able to help you cook a delicious sopas that you can serve to the entire family….
Sinigang na Baboy with Gabi
Sinigang na baboy with Gabi is a Filipino pork soup with taro cooked in a sour broth. Sinigang is my comfort food, and one of the first few dishes that I tried to make way back when I was starting to learn how to cook. What’s not to love with pork sinigang, or the dish…
Crab and Corn Pearl Soup and Chinese Spring Rolls
Crab and Corn Soup and Chinese Spring Rolls are perfect appetizers to make during the Chinese New Year. These tastes great and both are easy to make. I also like the idea that both appetizers complement each other. I love both dishes. My kids enjoyed eating the spring rolls, while I think that the delicious…
Sinigang
Pork Sinigang or Sinigang na Baboy is a sour soup native to the Philippines. This particular soup dish uses pork as the main ingredient though beef, shrimp, fish, and even chicken (this is known as sinampalukang manok) can be used. Bony parts of the pig known as “buto-buto” are usually preferred for this dish. These parts can be either of the following: pork neck bone, chopped spare ribs, chopped baby back ribs, and pork belly. Sometimes pork kasim and pigue (pork ham) are also used.
There are several ingredients that can be used as souring agent. The most common and widely used is the tamarind fruit (known as sampaloc). Other fruits such as guava, tomato, bilimbi (known as kamias), green mango, pineapple, and wild mangosteen (santol) can also be used to make the sinigang taste sour.
I grew-up eating pork sinigang at least once a week with a saucer of patis (fish sauce) and crushed siling labuyo (chili) on the side as my “sawsawan” (sauce). During rainy days, I want my sinigang complimented with a few pieces of crunchy fried tuyo or daing (salted dried fish).
How about you? Do you want your sinigang the same way or are there other side dishes or appetizers that you prefer?
Let me know what you think. We can share ideas and let our opinions be heard by posting a comment.
Try this Filipino soup dish recipe: Pork Sinigang.
Salmon Sinigang Recipe
This recipe post is all about Salmon Sinigang or Sinigang na Salmon. It refers to a Filipino fish soup in sour broth. Salmon fillet are used for this recipe. Salmon belly, head, and salmon steaks can also be used to make this dish. I personally like this dish because it is quick to prepare. It…
Nilagang Baka with Kalabasa – Filipino boiled beef Soup
Nilagang Baka with Kalabasa is a Filipino beef soup. It has a clear broth and is also composed of vegetables such as butternut squash, long green beans, and bok choy. This recipe is a variation of the traditional nilagang baka wherein cubed potatoes are used instead of squash. This dish is easy to cook and…