Mama Sita's Tamarind Seasoning Paste

Mama Sita's Biglang Sinigang Tamarind Seasoning Paste makes it easy to prepare one of the Philippines' most beloved comfort foods. Made with tamarind, this ready-to-use paste delivers the rich, tangy flavor that gives traditional sinigang its unmistakable taste, without the extra preparation of using fresh tamarind.

Its concentrated formula blends smoothly into simmering broth, allowing you to create a well-balanced sour soup in just minutes. Whether you're cooking pork, shrimp, salmon, bangus, beef, or vegetables, this seasoning paste provides the authentic flavor that complements a wide variety of ingredients.

Conveniently packed in a 227g jar, Mama Sita's Biglang Sinigang is a practical pantry staple for everyday home cooking. Simply add the paste to your broth, adjust the sourness to your preference, and enjoy a warm, comforting bowl of authentic Filipino sinigang.

Key Characteristics

Made with tamarind, this seasoning paste provides a rich, tangy flavor that forms the base of authentic sinigang broth. Its smooth, concentrated consistency dissolves easily into soups, allowing you to prepare flavorful meals without the need to extract fresh tamarind.

How it's Used (Usage Examples)

Perfect for preparing pork, shrimp, fish, beef, or vegetable sinigang. It can also be used to add a tangy flavor to stews, dipping sauces, and other Filipino dishes.

3 Reasons to Choose This Product

• ✅ Ready-to-use tamarind paste for quick meal preparation
• ✅ Rich and authentic sour flavor for traditional sinigang
• ✅ Suitable for pork, seafood, beef, chicken, and vegetables

🔥 Cooking Ideas

• Pork sinigang with kangkong and radish
• Shrimp sinigang with tomatoes and okra
• Salmon belly sinigang with mixed vegetables

❄️ STORAGE & HANDLING

• Store in a cool, dry place before opening
• Refrigerate after opening
• Keep the lid tightly closed to maintain freshness

👩🍳 COOKING TIPS

Best: Stir the paste into simmering broth and adjust the amount to your preferred level of sourness.

Tip: Pair with fresh vegetables such as kangkong, radish, eggplant, tomatoes, and okra for a classic sinigang.

❓ FAQs

What is Biglang Sinigang?
It is a ready-to-use tamarind seasoning paste that makes preparing authentic Filipino sinigang quick and convenient.

Can I use this with seafood?
Yes. It pairs well with shrimp, salmon, milkfish, pompano, and many other seafood varieties.

Do I need to add fresh tamarind?
No. The paste already provides the characteristic tangy tamarind flavor of traditional sinigang.

RATES

Metro Manila

Free for a minimum spend of ₱2,000

₱85 for orders below ₱2,000 

Rizal, San Pedro Laguna, Bacoor Cavite

Free for a minimum spend of ₱3,500

₱200 for orders below ₱3,500

Cut off for same day delivery is 3pm. All other orders are delivered the following day.  Orders placed on a Saturday and Sunday are delivered the following Monday.

PICK UP

Pick up is free Mondays to Saturdays 8am to 4pm at the Pacific Bay Pasig Hub. We will send you an email once your order is ready for pick up.

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DELIVERY

1.   By default same day delivery will be delivered within the day of purchase, not including Sundays and holidays. Next day deliveries are delivered the following business day, not including Sundays and holidays. 
2.   Deliveries can be scheduled at a specific date when coordinated with customer service beforehand. 
3.   We shall make every effort to deliver the order in compliance with the terms and conditions provided at checkout. If delay is expected, we shall contact the customer immediately to reschedule the delivery.
4.   We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in delivery resulting from circumstances/events beyond our control such as acts of God, force majeure or if the failure or delay is caused by the voluntary or negligent act of the customer.
5.   If a customer refuses to accept delivery, all products returned to our head office in their original condition will be refunded.
6.   By default, we pack all items in insulated or protective wrapping. Special packaging requests can be coordinated with customer service at least 1 day prior to delivery. 

REFUNDS

1.   All products returned in their original condition may be refunded or credited for future use. Refund turnaround time for credit cards depends on the card issuer. 
2.   Please inspect your order as soon as it arrives to make sure you are satisfied with the product. All  perishable items accepted by the customer cannot be returned at a later date. 
3.   If your order is delivered damaged or contaminated please contact us immediately at (02)85240006 or reply to our order confirmation email and we will resolve the problem for you. 
4.   If an order is returned due to unavailability to receive the items, we will put our best efforts to re-deliver at a later date. A refund or credit can also be arranged if all items returned are in their original condition.
5.   Orders cannot be canceled, changed or refunded once they have been shipped.

EXCHANGES

1.   Items in an order cannot be exchanged once they have been shipped. 
2.   Orders cannot be canceled or exchanged once they have been shipped.
3.   We only exchange and replace items if they are damaged or contaminated. In such a case please contact us immediately at (02)85240006, customerservice@pacificbay.com.ph or reply to our order confirmation email and we will resolve the problem for you. 

REFUNDS & EXCHANGES

1.   We guarantee all items delivered are of the highest quality. Any quality issues upon receiving can be exchanged, refunded, or credited immediately.