This classic dish combines the rich taste of pork with the fruity flavor of watermelon, served with garden-fresh vegetables cooked in a clear tamarind broth. A soup that is good for the rainy season.
Ingredients
- 1kgpork spareribs, cut into 2-inch cubes
- 2piecered onions, quartered
- 4piecenative tomatoes, quartered
- 2Lwater
- 1kgwatermelon, peeled, seeded, cut into chunks
- 2piecegabi, peeled, cut into cubes
- 2pieceKnorr Sinigang sa Sampaloc Mix Original (40g each)
- 2piecelong green chilli
- 1bundlelong beans (sitaw), cut into 2½-inch lengths
- 1bundlewater spinach (kangkong), cut into 2½-inch lengths
How to make Sinigang sa Pakwan
Combine the pork, onions, tomatoes, and water in a pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer and cook until the pork is fork-tender, about 30 minutes.
Add the watermelon and gabi to the pot. Continue to simmer until the gabi is tender and the watermelon starts to blend into the soup, about 30 more minutes.
Add Knorr Sinigang sa Sampaloc Mix Original and vegetables, starting with the chilies and sitaw, followed by the kangkong. Stir well and simmer until the vegetables are cooked through.
Adjust seasonings according to taste. Serve hot and enjoy.
Tips & Tricks
Ensure the pork is fork-tender before adding the watermelon and gabi.
Adjust the seasoning to your taste preference.
Recipe by
Eden Glory
(@kurdapyaeiko)
I grew up in the mountainous Cordilleran region, who loves to eat, explore and recreate recipes with available ingredients. I am a Teacher by profession and...