Sinigang na tuna (tuna stew in tamarind)

Ingredients

• 1 kilo prime cut tuna
• 8 cups of rice washing,
• 2 medium onion, chopped,
• 4 pieces plum tomatoes, quartered,
• 5 pieces taro roots , peeled and sliced
• 1 teaspoon salt or to taste,
• 4 pieces whole green chili,
• 2 bunches bok choy, washed and halve
• 1 sachet sinigang mix in tamarind.

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Preparation

• This is a stew type of cooking so use a heavy casserole. Fill it with about 8 cups of rice washing (you can use water if you prefer).
• On high heat let it boil. Add in the onion and tomato and simmer on medium heat. Once the tomato is a little mushy, add the taro roots and continue simmering.
• Once the taro is tender slowly add the fish and continue cooking. Once the liquid is again boiling add the chili pepper and the salt.
• Once the fish is thoroughly cook, add in your sinigang mix and taste to adjust the saltiness according to your liking.
• Once you are already happy with the taste and hungry with the smell, add your bok choy , cover and cook for another minute.
• Transfer in a large serving bowl, prepare your steamed rice and serve alongside.
• Some fish sauce with chili dip will surely add the kick. Make sure you have a lot of rice.