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Recipe Intro:
Sinigang na Bagnet (Crispy Pork Belly Sinigang) is a sinfully delicious variant of Sinigang that combines the irresistible crunch of bagnet (crispy pork belly) with the flavorful broth and vegetables. This dish is perfect for those who crave the crispy texture of pork belly in a comforting and tangy Filipino soup.
Prep Time: Estimated 20 minutes
Cook Time: Estimated 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time: Estimated 1 hour 50 minutes
Yield: Serves 4-6
Cuisine: Filipino
Author: Scott Stokes
Ingredients:
- 1.5 lbs bagnet (crispy pork belly), sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 tomatoes, quartered
- 1 radish, peeled and sliced
- 1 eggplant, sliced
- 1 bunch kangkong (water spinach) or spinach, trimmed
- 1 packet sinigang sa sampalok mix (tamarind soup base)
- 8 cups water
- Salt, to taste
- Patis (fish sauce), to taste
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions:
- In a large pot, bring the water to a boil.
- Add the sliced bagnet and simmer for a few minutes until cooked halfway.
- Add the onions, tomatoes, radish, and eggplant to the pot.
- Stir in the sinigang sa sampalok mix and simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Add the kangkong or spinach and simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Season with salt and patis (fish sauce) to taste.
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro.
- Serve hot with steamed rice.
Enjoy this sinfully delicious Sinigang na Bagnet (Crispy Pork Belly Sinigang) with its perfect combination of crispy pork belly, flavorful broth, and vibrant vegetables!
