Low Sodium Beef Sinigang
Savor the comforting tang and hearty goodness of Low Sodium Beef Sinigang, a healthy twist on the classic Filipino sour soup. This recipe combines tender beef chuck, vibrant vegetables like eggplant, daikon, and kangkong, and the signature tamarind paste for that unmistakable tangy flavor—all while keeping sodium to a minimum. Slow-simmered for rich, mouthwatering depth, this dish is enhanced with low sodium fish sauce and freshly ground black pepper to create a perfectly balanced broth. Packed with wholesome ingredients and perfect for pairing with steamed rice, it’s an ideal choice for those seeking a lower-sodium version of this Filipino favorite without sacrificing its authentic flair.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 2-inch cubes
- 8 cups water
- 2 tablespoons tamarind paste
- 1 onion, quartered
- 2 tomato, quartered
- 1 radish, sliced
- 1 eggplant, sliced crosswise
- 1 cup string beans, cut into 3-inch lengths
- 2 cups kangkong (water spinach)
- 1 cup daikon (white radish), sliced
- 1 green chili pepper
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce (low sodium)
- 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
1. In a large pot, combine the beef and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, skimming off any foam or scum that surfaces.
2. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and add the quartered onions and tomatoes. Cover and simmer for about 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the beef becomes tender.
3. Add the tamarind paste, radish, daikon, and eggplant. Stir well and continue to simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
4. Stir in the string beans and green chili pepper, and cook for 5 more minutes.
5. Add the kangkong (water spinach), and season with low sodium fish sauce and freshly ground black pepper. Mix well.
6. Continue to simmer for another 2-3 minutes, just until the greens are wilted.
7. Adjust the seasoning if necessary with additional tamarind paste for more tanginess or fish sauce for a deeper flavor.
8. Serve hot with steamed rice, and enjoy the comforting, tangy flavors of this Low Sodium Beef Sinigang.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2675 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 183.8 g | 236% | |
| Saturated Fat | 72.9 g | 365% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 726 mg | 242% | |
| Sodium | 2181 mg | 95% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 84.5 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.9 g | 107% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.4 g | ||
| Protein | 199.2 g | 398% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 844 mg | 65% | |
| Iron | 38.5 mg | 214% | |
| Potassium | 6419 mg | 137% | |
*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.
