Pork Adobo Recipe
Tender chunks of pork belly simmered in soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, and spices—rich, savory, and perfectly balanced with a hint of sweetness. A Filipino comfort food classic served with its flavorful sauce.
Servings: 5 people
Calories: 1022kcal
Ingredients
- 2 lbs pork belly cut into chunks
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ½ cup vinegar
- 1 head garlic crushed
- 3 pieces dried bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon whole peppercorn
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
Instructions
- Heat oil in a pot. Add crushed garlic and sauté over medium heat until fragrant and lightly golden.2 tablespoons cooking oil, 1 head garlic
- Add pork belly. Cook while stirring until the outer part turns light brown and some fat renders out.2 lbs pork belly
- Pour in soy sauce, vinegar, and water. Add whole peppercorn, bay leaves, and brown sugar. Let the mixture boil without stirring for about 2 minutes to mellow out the vinegar.½ cup soy sauce, 3 pieces dried bay leaves, 1 teaspoon whole peppercorn, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 1 cup water, ½ cup vinegar
- Stir gently, cover the pot, and simmer on low heat for 45 to 60 minutes or until the pork is tender. Stir occasionally and adjust the heat to maintain a gentle simmer.
- Once the pork is tender, uncover and continue simmering until the sauce reduces and thickens to your desired consistency.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot with steamed white rice.
Nutrition
Calories: 1022kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 102g | Saturated Fat: 36g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 12g | Monounsaturated Fat: 48g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 131mg | Sodium: 1358mg | Potassium: 406mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 60IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 2mg