Vegetarian Pork Sinigang
Discover the vibrant flavors of this Vegetarian Pork Sinigang, a plant-based twist on the classic Filipino sour soup. Perfect for both longtime sinigang lovers and those exploring vegetarian cuisine, this comforting dish replaces traditional pork with a savory vegetarian substitute while retaining the rich, tangy essence of tamarind soup base. Packed with a colorful medley of fresh vegetables like radish, eggplant, spinach, and tomatoes, this recipe is a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Long green chilies add a subtle kick, while soy sauce and aromatic onions amplify the depth of flavor. Ready in under an hour, this wholesome soup pairs wonderfully with a steaming plate of rice, making it an ideal choice for a nourishing family meal. If you're craving a hearty, flavorful Filipino dish without the meat, this recipe hits all the right notes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams vegetarian pork substitute
- 1000 ml water
- 40 grams tamarind soup base
- 2 medium tomatoes
- 1 medium onion
- 1 medium radish
- 1 medium eggplant
- 2 pieces long green chili
- 100 grams spinach leaves
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Instructions
Prepare the ingredients by slicing the onion and tomatoes into wedges, cutting the radish and eggplant into thin round slices, and chopping the vegetarian pork substitute into bite-sized pieces.
In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the onions and sauté until they become translucent. Incorporate the tomatoes and continue cooking until they begin to soften.
Add the water to the pot and bring the mixture to a boil. Stir in the tamarind soup base and let it dissolve completely.
Add the vegetarian pork substitute to the pot and reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Add the radish and continue to simmer for another 5 minutes. Follow this by adding the eggplant and let the mixture cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Gently stir in the long green chilies, soy sauce, and salt. Allow the dish to simmer for another 5 minutes until the vegetables are cooked through to your desired tenderness.
Turn off the heat and add the spinach leaves, letting them wilt from the residual heat of the soup.
Serve the Vegetarian Pork Sinigang hot, ideally with steamed rice on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
255 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.4 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.2 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1564 mg | 68% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.4 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.0 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.1 g | ||
| Protein | 16.5 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 127 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 991 mg | 21% | |
*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.
