Filipino Tamarind Prawn Soup

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This Filipino tamarind prawn soup recipe is a delightful and tangy dish that captures the essence of traditional Filipino cuisine. Made with succulent prawns and a flavorful broth infused with tamarind, this soup offers a perfect balance of sweet, sour, and savory flavors. The combination of fresh ingredients and aromatic spices creates a comforting and satisfying meal that is both healthy and delicious. Whether you're a fan of Filipino food or looking to try something new, this recipe is sure to impress your taste buds.

Keywords: Filipino cuisine, tamarind prawn soup, tangy, flavorful broth, healthy

Filipino tamarind prawn soup recipe details

Filipino tamarind prawn soup recipe, recipe Rating: 4.7
Number of votes:114

A tasty mix of sweet and sour flavors this quick authentic Filipino seafood soup.
Ready in: 25 mins

Ingredients

Serves: 4

• 5 cups water
• 2 teaspoons tamarind concentrate
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 tomatoes, quartered
• 2 radishes, sliced
• 1/2 pound kangkong (Philippine water spinach) or baby spinach
• 1/2 pound string beans, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces
• 2 1/4 pounds raw prawns, peeled
• 1/2 to 1 serrano pepper, seeds removed, chopped
• Salt or fish sauce, to taste

Preparation method

Prep: 15 mins | Cook: 10 mins

1. Combine water, tamarind concentrate, onion, tomatoes, and radishes in a large soup pot and set over high heat. Bring to a boil and cook for about 5 minutes.
2. Turn heat down to medium-low. Add prawns, kangkong, green beans, and serrano pepper. Cook at a low boil for 5 minutes, or until prawns turn opaque.
3. Add salt to taste, then serve in bowls.