Sinigang na Bangus (Filipino Milkfish in Tamarind Broth)

Sinigang na Bangus (Filipino Milkfish in Tamarind Broth)

In this Filipino fish recipe, bangus (milkfish) is stewed in a flavorful, slightly sour tamarind broth with lots of vegetables, an all-time favorite.

Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Yield:
5 servings
Servings:
5

Ingredients

  • 5 cups water
  • 2 onions, sliced
  • 2 tomatoes, sliced
  • 1 pound milkfish (bangus), cut into 5 pieces
  • 2 small eggplants, sliced 1/8-inch thick
  • 1 cup fresh green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 white radishes (labanos), sliced
  • 5 pods okra, sliced
  • 3 small green chile peppers
  • 1 cup watercress (kangkong) leaves and stems
  • ½ cup tamarind powder
  • 1 pinch salt to taste

Directions

Step 1
Pour water into a pot. Add onions and tomatoes, cover, and bring to a boil. Add milkfish, eggplants, beans, radishes, okra, and green chile peppers. Boil for 5 minutes. Stir in watercress and tamarind powder. Cover, reduce heat, and season with salt. Boil for 5 minutes until fish is cooked through.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

291
Calories
7g
Fat
38g
Carbs
23g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 5
Calories 291
% Daily Value *
Total Fat7g 9%
Saturated Fat0g 1%
Cholesterol47mg 16%
Sodium126mg 5%
Total Carbohydrate38g 14%
Dietary Fiber9g 34%
Total Sugars10g
Protein23g
Vitamin C89mg 447%
Calcium131mg 10%
Iron2mg 12%
Potassium1154mg 25%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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