Vegetarian Pork Sinigang

Enjoy a heartwarming twist on a classic Filipino dish with this Vegetarian Pork Sinigang—a plant-based take on the beloved tamarind soup! This recipe replaces traditional pork with a savory vegetarian pork substitute, offering the same comforting tang and richness of sinigang while staying vegan-friendly. Fresh vegetables like radish, eggplant, spinach, and long green chilies infuse the broth with layers of flavor, while tamarind soup base delivers its signature zesty kick. With just 15 minutes of prep time and wholesome ingredients, this easy-to-make soup is packed with nutrients and perfect for a cozy, satisfying meal. Pair it with steamed rice to complete your authentic Filipino dining experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams vegetarian pork substitute
• 1000 ml water
• 40 grams tamarind soup base
• 2 medium tomatoes
• 1 medium onion
• 1 medium radish
• 1 medium eggplant
• 2 pieces long green chili
• 100 grams spinach leaves
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the ingredients by slicing the onion and tomatoes into wedges, cutting the radish and eggplant into thin round slices, and chopping the vegetarian pork substitute into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the onions and sauté until they become translucent. Incorporate the tomatoes and continue cooking until they begin to soften.

Step 3

Add the water to the pot and bring the mixture to a boil. Stir in the tamarind soup base and let it dissolve completely.

Step 4

Add the vegetarian pork substitute to the pot and reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 5

Add the radish and continue to simmer for another 5 minutes. Follow this by adding the eggplant and let the mixture cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Step 6

Gently stir in the long green chilies, soy sauce, and salt. Allow the dish to simmer for another 5 minutes until the vegetables are cooked through to your desired tenderness.

Step 7

Turn off the heat and add the spinach leaves, letting them wilt from the residual heat of the soup.

Step 8

Serve the Vegetarian Pork Sinigang hot, ideally with steamed rice on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2402.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1035.4

Total Fat 40.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 7616.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 116.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 40.3g	0%
Total Sugars 57.3g
Protein 68.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 470.7mg	0%
Iron 11.6mg	0%
Potassium 3794.9mg	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: 33.2%

Protein: 24.8%

Carbs: 42.0%