With the plump catfish, crisp labanos, peppery mustard leaves, and flavorful soup, this Sinigang na Hito sa Miso is scrumptious! It's filling and comforting on its own or with steamed rice, especially in chilly weather.
In a pot over medium heat, heat oil. Add onions, garlic, and ginger and cook, stirring regularly, until aromatic.
Add tomatoes and cook, mashing with the back of a spoon, until softened and release juice. Add miso and cook, stirring regularly, for about 3 to 5 minutes.
Add water and bring to a boil.
Add tamarind base and stir until dissolved.
Season with fish sauce to taste.
Add radish and cook for about 1 to 2 minutes.
Add catfish. Lower heat, cover, and cook for about 7 to 10 minutes.
Add mustard leaves and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes.
Season with salt to taste. Serve hot
Notes
Along with the radish and mustard leaves, you can also add other vegetables common in sinigang like yard long beans, eggplant, and okra. You can also add siling haba or finger chili peppers for a slight kick of spice.