Sugar-Free Pork Adobo
Indulge in the rich, tangy, and savory flavors of Sugar-Free Pork Adobo, a healthier take on the classic Filipino dish. Made with succulent cubes of pork shoulder, soy sauce, and coconut vinegar (or apple cider vinegar), this recipe skips sugar entirely but still delivers a bold, well-rounded taste. Whole black peppercorns, garlic, bay leaves, and optional chili flakes add layers of aromatic complexity, while a slow-simmer ensures tender, melt-in-your-mouth pork. Perfectly customizable for low-carb diets, it pairs beautifully with steamed white rice or cauliflower rice. With just 15 minutes of prep time and straightforward techniques, this sugar-free version redefines comfort food without compromising flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 750 grams Pork shoulder
- 120 ml Soy sauce
- 60 ml Coconut vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
- 6 pieces Garlic cloves
- 3 pieces Bay leaves
- 1 tablespoon Whole black peppercorns
- 240 ml Water
- 2 tablespoons Cooking oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Chili flakes (optional, for extra heat)
Instructions
Cut the pork shoulder into 2-inch cubes. Trim excess fat if desired, but leaving some fat will enhance the dish's flavor.
In a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, heat the cooking oil over medium-high heat.
Add the pork pieces and sear them until browned on all sides. This should take about 8-10 minutes. Work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan.
Remove the browned pork and set aside. In the same pot, reduce the heat to medium and sauté the garlic cloves until golden brown, about 2 minutes.
Return the pork to the pot. Add the soy sauce, vinegar, bay leaves, and whole black peppercorns.
Pour in the water and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot.
Simmer gently for about 60 minutes or until the pork is tender. Stir occasionally and check to ensure there's enough liquid to prevent burning. Add more water if necessary.
Once the pork is tender, remove the lid and increase the heat to medium-high to reduce the sauce slightly for 5-10 minutes until it thickens.
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt as needed. If you desire a hint of heat, add chili flakes at this stage.
Serve the sugar-free pork adobo hot over steaming white rice or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1962 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 117.0 g | 150% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.0 g | 175% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 662 mg | 221% | |
| Sodium | 7576 mg | 329% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.3 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.7 g | ||
| Protein | 190.3 g | 381% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 303 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 10.0 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 3292 mg | 70% | |
*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.
