A savory and tangy Filipino dish made with pork marinated in vinegar, soy sauce, and garlic, then simmered to perfection.
Preparation time
30min
Cooking time
55min
Ingredients
6 Servings
- 3 bay leaves
- 10 g black peppercorns
- 15 ml cooking oil
- 6 cloves garlic
- 1 onion
- 1000 g pork belly
- 120 ml soy sauce
- 20 g sugar
- 120 ml vinegar
- 240 ml water
Directions
Step 1
In a large bowl, combine the pork belly, soy sauce, and garlic. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Step 2
Heat the cooking oil in a pot over medium heat. Add the marinated pork and cook until browned.
Step 3
Add the onions and cook until they are translucent.
Step 4
Pour in the vinegar and let it simmer without stirring for about 5 minutes.
Step 5
Add the water, bay leaves, peppercorns, and sugar. Stir to combine.
Step 6
Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 40 minutes or until the pork is tender.
Step 7
Remove the lid and simmer for an additional 10 minutes to reduce the sauce.
Step 8
Serve hot with steamed rice.