Low Sodium Sinigang na Baboy
Discover the comforting and tangy flavors of **Low Sodium Sinigang na Baboy**, a heart-healthy twist on the classic Filipino sour soup. This recipe highlights tender pork belly simmered in a broth infused with tamarind paste, creating a signature sour profile without relying on excess sodium. Packed with vibrant vegetables like radish, eggplant, okra, and water spinach, this naturally colorful dish offers a wholesome balance of nutrients and flavor. Seasoned with low sodium fish sauce and spiced with green chili peppers, it delivers the perfect combination of savory, sour, and mildly spicy notes. Ideal for family meals, this delicious, guilt-free rendition of Sinigang is best enjoyed with freshly steamed rice. Perfect for those seeking low-sodium Filipino recipes, this soulful dish is a healthier way to savor traditional flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Pork belly
- 6 cups Water
- 3 tablespoons Tamarind paste
- 1 medium Radish, sliced
- 2 medium Tomatoes, quartered
- 1 medium Onion, sliced
- 1 medium Eggplant, cubed
- 100 grams Water spinach (kangkong)
- 100 grams String beans
- 5 pieces Okra, sliced
- 2 tablespoons Low sodium fish sauce
- 2 pieces Green chili peppers
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Begin by rinsing the pork belly under cold water and cutting it into 2-inch cubes.
In a large pot, bring 6 cups of water to a boil.
Add the pork cubes to the boiling water and let it simmer for 30 minutes, skimming off any foam that rises to the top.
Add sliced radish, tomatoes, and onion into the pot and continue to simmer for another 15 minutes.
Stir in the tamarind paste, ensuring it fully dissolves and blends into the broth.
Add the cubed eggplant, water spinach, string beans, and okra. Let the vegetables cook for about 10 minutes or until tender.
Season the soup with low sodium fish sauce and black pepper, adjusting the taste as needed.
Add the green chili peppers for an additional layer of flavor and let them simmer for 5 more minutes.
Serve hot with a side of steamed rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2978 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 266.9 g | 342% | |
| Saturated Fat | 96.8 g | 484% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 360 mg | 120% | |
| Sodium | 1137 mg | 49% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 86.3 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.3 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.5 g | ||
| Protein | 63.5 g | 127% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 414 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 8.7 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 3098 mg | 66% | |
*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.
