Comments on: Nilagang Baboy (Boiled Pork Bones)

By: Nez

Nez — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 10:58:28 +0000

@julian, thank you so much for visiting my site. i am so sure your wife is a great cook. Filipinas are fond of preparing and cooking for the family. The joy of gathering of those we love at the table is our reward. I understand some seasonings and flavorings are not available in other countries, but try to check if Sinigang (Tamarind) mix in some Pinoy shops. Yes calamansi is great alternative. You can also use green mangoes or the white flesh of the mangosteen. Happy eating!

By: julian

julian — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 08:12:28 +0000

hi nez,
thanks for your great site.

i live in california and that i know of green tamarind is not available here, only a brown paste that comes in block form. my wife (filipina) says that this form of tamarind cannot be used for sinigang. we can only find the brown ripe form used for desert recipes. i’ve never wanted to use the packaged powdered tamarind because they all contain various amounts of msg.
my wife says that lemons or calamansi are an acceptable alternative.
however, i would be greatful to know what a filipina chef would do in this case.
thanks so much for any advice,
julian

By: Sinigang na Baboy (Pork in Tamarind Soup) | Hungrynez | Pinoy food recipes to satisfy your hunger

Fri, 28 May 2010 03:51:22 +0000

[...] a simple and quick meal preparation. If tamarind is not in the market, neither tamarind soup mix, Nilagang Baboy is a great alternate for a [...]

By: Nez

Nez — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 20:18:34 +0000

yeah, kahit ano, basta may patis!

By: Markus

Markus — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 02:53:28 +0000

I love Nilaga.. basta me patis! Hehehe…