Tinolang Manok

Warm your soul with Tinolang Manok, a comforting Filipino chicken soup brimming with bold flavors and nourishing ingredients. This traditional dish features tender, bone-in chicken simmered with the aromatic trio of garlic, onion, and ginger, then gently infused with umami-rich fish sauce. Delicate slices of green papaya and vibrant malunggay (or chili) leaves add a touch of natural sweetness and a boost of nutrients, making this soup as wholesome as it is delicious. Perfect for cozy family dinners, Tinolang Manok is best served steaming hot alongside a bowl of fluffy white rice, offering a delightful balance of savory broth and hearty goodness. With its simple preparation and rich, satisfying flavors, this homestyle favorite is a must-try for lovers of Asian cuisine.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 kg Chicken pieces (bone-in, skin-on)
• 2 tablespoons Cooking oil
• 4 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium Onion, chopped
• 2 inches Ginger, sliced
• 2 tablespoons Fish sauce
• 6 cups Water
• 1 medium Green papaya, peeled and sliced
• 2 cups Malunggay leaves (or chili leaves)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat the cooking oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant and lightly golden, about 1 minute.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion and sliced ginger. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the chicken pieces to the pot, stirring occasionally, until browned on all sides, about 7 minutes.

Step 5

Pour in the fish sauce and stir well to coat the chicken evenly.

Step 6

Add the water and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cover the pot and let it simmer gently for about 25 minutes, or until the chicken is tender.

Step 7

Once the chicken is tender, add the sliced green papaya to the pot. Continue to simmer for an additional 10 minutes until the papaya is tender but not mushy.

Step 8

Stir in the malunggay leaves or chili leaves and let them cook for about 2 to 3 minutes.

Step 9

Season with salt and ground black pepper to taste. Adjust the seasoning if necessary.

Step 10

Serve hot, ideally with steamed white rice on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3625.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2956.2

Total Fat 186.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 47.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 840mg	0%
Sodium 4502.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 94.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.9g	0%
Total Sugars 24.6g
Protein 239.8g	0%

Vitamin D 50IU	0%
Calcium 1282.3mg	0%
Iron 31.4mg	0%
Potassium 4819.9mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.7%

Protein: 31.8%

Carbs: 12.5%