Sinigang na bangus

Sinigang na bangus is a popular Filipino dish known for its tangy and savory flavors. It features bangus (milkfish), which is simmered in a sour broth typically made from tamarind (sampalok), though other souring agents like green mangoes or calamansi can be used.

The dish includes a variety of vegetables such as kangkong (water spinach), sitaw (string beans), labanos (radish), talong (eggplant), and tomatoes. The preparation begins with sautéing onions and tomatoes to create a flavorful base. The bangus is then simmered with water and the souring agent until the fish is tender.

Vegetables are added in stages, starting with those that take longer to cook, and the dish is seasoned with fish sauce (patis), salt, and pepper. The result is a comforting and hearty soup, perfectly balancing the sourness of the broth with the rich taste of the milkfish.