Vegan Tinola

Warm, nourishing, and completely plant-based, Vegan Tinola is a flavorful twist on the Filipino classic comfort soup. This delightful recipe swaps traditional chicken with tender green jackfruit while still delivering the dish's signature savory and aromatic profile. Simmered in a fragrant broth infused with ginger, garlic, and onion, the soup features sweet, earthy chunks of green papaya and nutrient-dense moringa (malunggay) leaves for a wholesome finish. Perfectly seasoned with a fish sauce alternative, this vegan version retains its authentic essence while being accessible to a variety of dietary preferences. Ready in under 45 minutes, it’s an easy and heartwarming meal to enjoy on its own or paired with steamed rice. Whether you're looking for a healthy dinner idea or a comforting bowl of soup, Vegan Tinola is sure to satisfy!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups green jackfruit (canned or fresh, rinsed and cut into bite-sized pieces)
• 1 medium-sized green papaya (peeled, seeded, and sliced into wedges)
• 2 cups moringa (malunggay) leaves
• 5 cups vegetable broth
• 2 inches ginger (peeled and julienned)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 small red onion (sliced)
• 1 tablespoon neutral vegetable oil (such as canola or avocado oil)
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce alternative (e.g., soy sauce or liquid aminos)
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Sauté the garlic, onion, and ginger until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the green jackfruit to the pot and stir to combine with the aromatics. Cook for another 2 minutes.

Step 4

Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 5

Once boiling, add the green papaya slices. Lower the heat to a simmer and cook until the papaya is tender but not mushy, about 10-12 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the fish sauce alternative, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasonings to taste as needed.

Step 7

Add the moringa leaves and simmer for another 2-3 minutes, or until the leaves are just softened.

Step 8

Remove the pot from heat and let the soup sit for a minute to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 9

Serve warm in bowls, either on its own or with steamed rice. Enjoy your Vegan Tinola!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2811.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1644.6

Total Fat 35.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5835.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 301.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 41.8g	0%
Total Sugars 145.6g
Protein 82.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1339.5mg	0%
Iron 29.2mg	0%
Potassium 7187.4mg	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: 17.4%

Protein: 17.8%

Carbs: 64.9%