Kinamatisang baboy is easy to make and the perfect way to warm up in cold weather. Made with flavorful pork ribs, juicy tomatoes, and leafy greens, it's a simple yet nutritious and delicious dish you'll feel good serving the whole family!
Looking for a hearty and tasty soup that is quick and easy to cook? This pork kinamatisan recipe made with flavorful spare ribs, juicy tomatoes, and pechay is for you!
It requires minimal effort to put together and is a great staple dish to have for days when you donโt have enough time or energy for an elaborate meal. It's a simple yet stick-to-your-ribs soup that's best for rainy days or chilly winters.
What is Kinamatisan
Kinamatisan comes from the word "kamatis," which means tomatoes. It's Filipino cooking, where beef, pork, chicken, or seafood are cooked or prepared with tomatoes.
It's similar to sinigang in using tomatoes but without the characteristic sourness of fruits such as tamarind or bilimbi.
What you'll need
- Meat- kinamatisan can be made using beef, chicken, or fish. This recipe uses pork spare ribs for the best flavor. If you prefer a meaty cut, pork shoulder (kasim), belly, or hocks are good options.
- Tomatoes- my favorite to use is Roma or plum variety.
- Vegetables- choose from pechay, bok choy, spinach, or cabbage. Some recipes include string beans, daikon radish (labanos), or finger chilies to add heat.
- Garlic and onions- the base of Filipino ginisa
- Seasonings- salt and pepper along with fish sauce for umami flavor
Quick tip
Use very ripe tomatoes as they're usually sweeter, juicier, and soften quicker
How to serve and store
- Kinamatisang baboy is delicious with steamed rice for lunch or dinner.
- As it contains a good amount of tomatoes, it spoils quicker than most foods, especially outside refrigeration. Store leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Reheat in a saucepot over medium heat to 165 F or in the microwave until completely warmed through.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- 1 onion, peeled and chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
- 3 pounds pork spare ribs, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 5 large Roma tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 6 cups water
- 2 bunches pechay, cut into thirds
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a pot over medium heat, heat 1 tablespoon oil. Add onions and garlic and cook until softened.
- Add pork spare ribs and cook, stirring occasionally, until pork changes color and is no longer pink.
- Add tomatoes and cook until softened and release juice.
- Add fish sauce, and cook for about 1 minute.
- Add water and bring to a boil, skimming scum that floats on top.
- Lower heat, cover, and simmer for about 50 to 60 minutes or until meat is fork-tender. Add water in ยฝ cup increments as needed to maintain 6 cups.
- Add pechay and cook for about 1 minute.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.
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Nutrition Information
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Eva says
Can I put Pork butt if there's no pork spare ribs?
Princess says
She mentioned 5 Roma Tomatoes.
Julieta says
This is our dinner tonight.thank you for the delicious recipe.
Lalaine Manalo says
I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Randy says
Recipe didnโt state amount of tomatoes
Gen says
given that its the main ingredient