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Recipe Intro:
Sinigang sa Kamias (Bilimbi Sinigang) is a unique variation of the classic Filipino dish, Sinigang. This recipe features kamias (bilimbi) as the souring agent, which gives the dish a distinctively tart and refreshing flavor. It’s a delightful twist on a beloved Filipino favorite.
Prep Time: Estimated 15 minutes
Cook Time: Estimated 1 hour
Total Time: Estimated 1 hour 15 minutes
Yield: Serves 4-6
Cuisine: Filipino
Author: Scott Stokes
Ingredients:
- 1 pound meat or seafood of your choice (pork, beef, shrimp, fish, etc.)
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 2 tomatoes, quartered
- 1 radish, peeled and sliced
- 1 eggplant, sliced
- 1 bunch kangkong (water spinach) or spinach, trimmed
- 8-10 pieces kamias (bilimbi), sliced
- 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 meat or seafood and simmer for a few minutes until cooked halfway.
- Add the onions, tomatoes, radish, and eggplant to the pot.
- Stir in the sliced kamias (bilimbi) 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 unique variation of Sinigang, Sinigang sa Kamias (Bilimbi Sinigang), with its tart and refreshing flavor that adds a new dimension to this beloved Filipino dish.
