Sinigang na Baboy (Filipino Sour Soup)

• 2 lbs pork spare ribs or belly, cut into chunks
• 8 cups water (or rice wash)
• 1 large onion, quartered
• 2 medium tomatoes, wedges
• 1 cup daikon radish, sliced
• 2 tbsp tamarind paste (or sinigang mix packet)
• 2 tbsp fish sauce
• 2 long green chilies
• 1 medium eggplant, sliced
• 2 cups bok choy (or spinach/kangkong)
• 1 cup long string beans, cut

Instructions

1. 1

   Place the pork ribs in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then skim off any scum that rises to the surface.

2. 2

   Add the quartered onion and chopped tomatoes to the pot. Lower the heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 60 minutes or until the pork is fork-tender.

3. 3

   Add the sliced daikon radish and taro (gabi) if using. Cook for another 5-8 minutes until slightly softened.

4. 4

   Stir in the tamarind paste (or soup mix) and fish sauce. Adjust the sourness and saltiness to your taste.

5. 5

   Add the green chilies and eggplant slices. Simmer for 3-4 minutes.

6. 6

   Finally, add the bok choy (or kangkong) and string beans. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the vegetables are vibrant green and crisp-tender.

7. 7

   Turn off the heat and serve immediately with steamed rice.