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25-Min Tamarind Fish Soup

Sinigang distilled: white fish in a bracing tamarind broth with radish, onion, and a hint of chili heat. Ready in under 30 minutes with no slow simmer.

Total time
25 min
Servings
2
Calories
185
Protein
28g
25-Min Tamarind Fish Soup
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Bring stock to a boil in a large pot over medium-high heat.

  2. Step 2

    Stir in tamarind paste until dissolved, breaking up any clumps.

  3. Step 3

    Add radish, onion, and chili. Simmer until radish softens, ~8 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Lay fish fillets on top, submerging gently. Season with salt.

  5. Step 5

    Simmer 5–6 minutes until fish flakes easily at the thickest point.

  6. Step 6

    Ladle into bowls, dividing fish and vegetables evenly. Serve hot.

Tools you’ll need

  • large pot (4-quart minimum)
  • wooden spoon
  • ladle

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