Adobo Pork
Discover the bold and comforting flavors of Adobo Pork, a Filipino classic that combines tender pork shoulder with a rich, savory marinade of soy sauce, tangy vinegar, and aromatic garlic. Infused with the earthy fragrance of bay leaves and black peppercorns, this dish achieves the perfect balance of salty, sour, and sweet, thanks to a touch of brown sugar. The pork is first seared to lock in its juices, then slow-simmered to perfection in its flavorful marinade until irresistibly tender. Ideal for cozy family dinners, this one-pot wonder pairs beautifully with steamed white rice, allowing its deep, caramelized sauce to shine. Easy to prepare and packed with authentic Filipino flavors, Adobo Pork is a must-try recipe for fans of globally-inspired cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds pork shoulder
- 0.5 cup soy sauce
- 0.5 cup white vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 6 cloves garlic
- 3 pieces bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Cut the pork shoulder into 2-inch cubes and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, vinegar, water, minced garlic, bay leaves, and whole peppercorns. Add the pork pieces and marinate for at least 30 minutes or, for best results, overnight in the refrigerator.
Once marinated, remove the pork from the marinade and set the marinade aside for later use.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
Add the pork pieces to the pot and sear them until they are browned on all sides. Do this in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pot.
Once all the pork is browned, return it to the pot and pour the reserved marinade over the meat.
Add the brown sugar, salt, and black pepper to the pot, stirring well to combine all the ingredients.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for about 45 minutes to 1 hour or until the pork is tender and the sauce has reduced to your desired consistency.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or sugar to taste.
Serve the adobo pork hot over steamed white rice and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2348 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 133.5 g | 171% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.2 g | 206% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 800 mg | 267% | |
| Sodium | 6447 mg | 280% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.4 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.3 g | ||
| Protein | 226.7 g | 453% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 349 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 11.6 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 3899 mg | 83% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
