Traditional Adobo Pork in Vinegar and Soy Sauce
Savor the bold, signature flavors of Filipino cuisine with Traditional Adobo Pork in Vinegar and Soy Sauce, a comforting dish that masterfully balances tangy, savory, and aromatic notes. Featuring succulent pork belly simmered to tender perfection in a rich blend of white vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, bay leaves, and black peppercorns, this classic recipe is a true celebration of simplicity and depth. The marination process enhances the pork's flavor, while a slow simmer creates a velvety sauce that pairs beautifully with steamed white rice. Customizable with a touch of sugar to balance the acidity, this one-pot Filipino favorite is perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings, delivering an authentic taste of the Philippines to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 kg Pork belly
- 8 cloves Garlic
- 0.5 cup White vinegar
- 0.5 cup Soy sauce
- 3 pieces Bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon Black peppercorns
- 1 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Cooking oil
- 1 teaspoon Sugar (optional)
Instructions
1. Cut the pork belly into bite-sized pieces, ensuring each piece has a balanced layer of fat and meat.
2. Peel and crush the garlic cloves. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, combine the pork belly, soy sauce, half of the garlic, and black peppercorns. Mix well and marinate for at least 30 minutes (preferably overnight in the refrigerator).
4. Heat the cooking oil in a large pot or deep pan over medium heat. Add the remaining garlic and sauté until fragrant and golden brown.
5. Add the marinated pork belly to the pan. Cook until the meat is lightly browned on all sides, about 5–7 minutes.
6. Pour in the white vinegar. Do not stir for 2–3 minutes to let the vinegar cook off some of its acidity.
7. Add the soy sauce from the marinade, bay leaves, and water to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil.
8. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 40–50 minutes or until the pork is tender and the sauce has reduced, stirring occasionally.
9. Taste the sauce and, if desired, add a teaspoon of sugar to balance the flavors.
10. Serve the Adobo Pork over steamed white rice and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5584 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 558.7 g | 716% | |
| Saturated Fat | 197.0 g | 985% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 720 mg | 240% | |
| Sodium | 5352 mg | 233% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.9 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.1 g | ||
| Protein | 106.9 g | 214% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 187 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1953 mg | 42% | |
*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.
