Sinigang na Hipon (Shrimp in Tamarind Soup)
Sinigang na Hipon, or Shrimp in Tamarind Soup, is a popular Filipino sour soup dish characterized by its tangy and savory flavor. It is a beloved comfort food in Filipino cuisine, often served hot and steaming, especially during rainy or cold weather.
What is needed:
- 850g prawn
- 2L water
- 1 medium onion, quartered
- 1 tomato, quartered
- 1 small eggplant, sliced
- 450g fine beans
- 100g pieces Okra
- 1 sachet 40g Knorr Sinigang sa Sampalok Mix
- 5 baby pak choi
- Fish sauce (OPTIONAL)
How to do it:
- Put water in the the pot and bring to boil.
- Once boiling add onion, tomato, eggplant, and fine beans. Cover and leave for 15 minutes.
- After 15 minutes, add sinigang mix. Mix and simmer for about a minute.
- Add shrimp and cook.
- Once shrimp is cooked add pak choi. Cover and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Serve hot with rice and optional fish sauce on the side as a condiment.
YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mh7wIz0KlFE
