Easy Filipino Fish Soup: Delicious Sinabawang Isda Recipe

Name: Easy Filipino Fish Soup: Delicious Sinabawang Isda Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Filipino
Ingredients: 1 kg Fish (White fish fillets or whole fish, cleaned and sliced (e.g., Snapper, Tilapia)); 2 inch piece Ginger (Peeled and thinly sliced); 1 medium Onion (Chopped or sliced); 2 medium Tomatoes (Quartered); 4 cups Water or Fish Broth (For the soup base); 1 bunch Pechay or Bok Choy (Washed and trimmed); 1 tablespoon Fish Sauce (Patis) (Adjust to taste); to taste Salt; to taste Ground Black Pepper

This short video showcases the quick and comforting preparation of Sinabawang Isda, a traditional Filipino fish soup. Perfect for a quick, healthy meal, this recipe highlights simple ingredients coming together to create a flavorful and aromatic broth. While the video is brief, it captures the essence of making this beloved soup, ideal for any 'soup season' or a cozy meal at home.

#Filipino Food

#Fish Soup

#Soup Recipe

#Seafood Dish

#Easy Soup

#Comfort Food

Ingredients for Sinabawang Isda

Recipe Information

15m

Prep Time

20m

Cook Time

35m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

Filipino

English

Nutrition (per serving)

250

Calories

25g

Protein

10g

Carbs

10g

Fat

Fish simmering in broth

Ingredients

Fish
(White fish fillets or whole fish, cleaned and sliced (e.g., Snapper, Tilapia))
1 kg
Ginger
(Peeled and thinly sliced)
2 inch piece

Onion
(Chopped or sliced)
1 medium
Tomatoes
(Quartered)
2 medium
Water or Fish Broth
(For the soup base)
4 cups
Pechay or Bok Choy
(Washed and trimmed)
1 bunch
Fish Sauce (Patis)
(Adjust to taste)
1 tablespoon

Salt
to taste
Ground Black Pepper
to taste

Servings: 4

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Adding fresh greens

Instructions

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Sauté the aromatics. In a large pot or saucepan, heat a little oil over medium heat. Add the sliced ginger, chopped onion, and quartered tomatoes. Sauté until the onions are translucent and the tomatoes have softened, about 3-5 minutes.
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Sauté the aromatics. In a large pot or saucepan, heat a little oil over medium heat. Add the sliced ginger, chopped onion, and quartered tomatoes. Sauté until the onions are translucent and the tomatoes have softened, about 3-5 minutes.
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Don't rush the sautéing; it helps build the flavor base of the soup.
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Add liquid and bring to a boil. Pour in the water or fish broth. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.
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Add liquid and bring to a boil. Pour in the water or fish broth. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.
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Ensure the broth is simmering well before adding the fish to cook evenly.

3
Add the fish. Gently add the cleaned fish pieces to the simmering broth. Be careful not to overcrowd the pot. Simmer for about 5-8 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily. Avoid overcooking the fish to keep it tender.
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Add the fish. Gently add the cleaned fish pieces to the simmering broth. Be careful not to overcrowd the pot. Simmer for about 5-8 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily. Avoid overcooking the fish to keep it tender.
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Handle the fish gently to prevent it from breaking apart in the soup.
4
Add greens and season. Stir in the pechay or bok choy. Season with fish sauce, salt, and black pepper to taste. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the greens are just tender-crisp.
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Add greens and season. Stir in the pechay or bok choy. Season with fish sauce, salt, and black pepper to taste. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the greens are just tender-crisp.
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Add leafy greens last to keep their vibrant color and texture.
5
Serve hot. Ladle the Sinabawang Isda into bowls and serve immediately. Garnish with additional fresh cilantro or green onions if desired.
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Serve hot. Ladle the Sinabawang Isda into bowls and serve immediately. Garnish with additional fresh cilantro or green onions if desired.
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Enjoy with steamed rice for a complete and satisfying Filipino meal.