Low Carb Sinigang na Baboy
Experience a guilt-free twist on a beloved Filipino classic with this Low Carb Sinigang na Baboy recipe! Packed with tender pork belly, fresh vegetables like radish, eggplant, green beans, and spinach, all simmered in a tangy and savory broth, this dish delivers authentic flavors with a healthier spin. Perfect for keto-friendly or low-carb diets, the recipe replaces starchy ingredients while retaining the comforting sour notes of sinigang, thanks to the traditional sinigang seasoning mix and a touch of fish sauce. With a hint of spice from green chilies and a quick cook time, this delicious one-pot meal is ideal for family dinners or cozy nights at home. Garnish with fresh greens and serve piping hot for a wholesome, flavorful taste of the Philippines!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams pork belly
- 1500 ml water
- 200 grams radishes, quartered
- 1 medium eggplant, sliced
- 100 grams green beans
- 100 grams spinach leaves
- 2 medium tomatoes, quartered
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 40 grams sinigang seasoning mix
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon pepper
- 2 pieces green chilies
Instructions
Cut the pork belly into bite-sized pieces.
In a large pot, bring the 1500 ml of water to a boil.
Add the pork belly to the boiling water and cook for 20 minutes, skimming off any impurities.
Reduce heat to a simmer and add the radishes, tomatoes, and onion. Cook for another 10 minutes.
Stir in the sinigang seasoning mix, fish sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix well to dissolve the seasoning.
Add the eggplant and green beans to the pot. Simmer for 15 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
Add the green chilies and simmer for another 5 minutes for a subtle spice kick.
Stir in the spinach leaves and cover the pot. Allow the spinach to wilt in the residual heat for about 2 minutes.
Adjust seasoning to taste, adding more fish sauce or salt if needed.
Ladle the sinigang into bowls and serve hot, enjoying the burst of sour and savory flavors!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3008 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 267.1 g | 342% | |
| Saturated Fat | 96.8 g | 484% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 360 mg | 120% | |
| Sodium | 8341 mg | 363% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 92.2 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.6 g | 84% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.8 g | ||
| Protein | 64.4 g | 129% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 409 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 8.8 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 3514 mg | 75% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
