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Shrimp Sinigang

A classic Filipino sour broth packed with tender shrimp, crisp vegetables, and savory tamarind flavor.

30 minEasyServes 4180 cal/serving

FilipinoSoupStovetopPescatarianHigh ProteinLow CarbHalal-friendlyGluten-FreeNut-FreeDairy-FreeEgg-FreeSesame-FreeLow-SugarPork-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 6 cups water
  • 1 yellow onion, wedged
  • 2 roma tomatoes, quartered
  • 2 cups daikon radish, sliced
  • 3 tbsp tamarind soup base mix
  • 2 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 lb head-on large shrimp, trimmed
  • 2 long green chili peppers, whole
  • 4 cups baby spinach

Instructions

  1. 1

    Bring 6 cups water to a boil in a pot over medium-high heat.

  2. 2

    Add 1 wedged yellow onion, 2 quartered roma tomatoes, and 2 cups sliced daikon radish, then simmer for 8 minutes until softened.

  3. 3

    Stir in 3 tbsp tamarind soup base mix and 2 tbsp fish sauce until dissolved.

  4. 4

    Add 1 lb trimmed head-on large shrimp and 2 whole long green chili peppers, cooking for 3 to 4 minutes until shrimp are opaque and reach an internal temperature of 145 degrees F.

  5. 5

    Turn off heat, fold in 4 cups baby spinach, and serve hot.

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Questions

What internal temperature should Shrimp Sinigang reach?

For Shrimp Sinigang, the target internal temperature is 145 F (about 65 C), given in step 4. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

What can I use instead of tamarind in Shrimp Sinigang?

The entry for Shrimp Sinigang calls for 3 tbsp tamarind soup base mix. In its place: Equal parts lime juice and brown sugar give the same sour-sweet effect. Pomegranate molasses also works where you have it.

Can I use frozen shrimp instead of shrimp in Shrimp Sinigang?

Yes; most shrimp sold as fresh were frozen once already. Thaw them under cold running water for about ten minutes and pat them very dry so they sear instead of steaming. As written, the entry for Shrimp Sinigang uses 1 lb head-on large shrimp, trimmed.

Can I make Shrimp Sinigang less spicy?

Yes. The heat in Shrimp Sinigang comes from 2 long green chili peppers, whole. For a milder plate, remove the seeds and ribs from the chili peppers, or use half; nothing else in the method changes.

Is Shrimp Sinigang low-carb?

A serving of Shrimp Sinigang carries 10 g of carbohydrate, 3 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 50 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 10 percent.

Does Shrimp Sinigang contain shellfish?

Yes: 1 lb head-on large shrimp, trimmed. The full allergen list for this entry is shellfish and fish. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

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