20-Min Fish Sinigang
A bright, tangy Filipino fish stew built on tamarind broth with leafy greens and radish. Ready in under 20 minutes—the weeknight version of the classic.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 185
- Protein
- 28g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Dissolve tamarind paste in 3 cups broth. Heat oil in a large pot or deep skillet over medium.
Step 2
Add onion and ginger, cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Step 3
Pour in tamarind broth. Add radish and long beans, bring to a simmer.
Step 4
When radish is tender, slide fish fillets into the broth. Simmer gently until opaque throughout, 5–6 minutes.
Step 5
Stir in bok choy and cook until just wilted, 1 minute. Taste and adjust salt and pepper.
Step 6
Ladle into bowls and serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot or deep 12-inch skillet
- knife and cutting board
- spoon
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