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Sinampalukang Manok

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Sinampalukang Manok

A comforting Filipino sour chicken soup with tamarind leaves.

Prep
20 mins
Cook
45 mins
Serves
4-6
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From Sandi’s Kitchen

“Perfect for a rainy day or when you need a warm hug in a bowl.”

Ingredients

  • 1 kg chicken, cut into serving pieces
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 thumb-sized ginger, sliced
  • 2 cups young tamarind leaves
  • Fish sauce to taste
  • Water or rice wash

Instructions

  1. 1

    Sauté onion, garlic, and ginger.

  2. 2

    Add chicken and cook until browned.

  3. 3

    Season with fish sauce.

  4. 4

    Add water and bring to a boil.

  5. 5

    Simmer until chicken is tender.

  6. 6

    Add tamarind leaves and cook for a few more minutes.

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