Pork Adobo

Steps

1. 1Fry the pork

   Fry the pork until lightly browned on all sides, then remove and set aside.

   Pork bellyVegetable oil
2. 2Sauté garlic and onion

   In the same pot, sauté the garlic until lightly golden and fragrant. Add onions and cook until softened.

   GarlicOnion
3. 3Build the braise

   Return the pork to the pot, pour in the pork broth. Add the soy sauce, vinegar, green chilies, bay leaves, peppercorns, and palm sugar.

   Pork belly500 ml pork brothSoy sauceVinegarChili pepperBay leafBlack pepperPalm sugar
4. 4Simmer covered10 min

   Cover and let simmer on medium heat for 5-10 mins. Don't mix to allow vinegar to cook.

   Avoid stirring at this stage to let the vinegar's sharpness cook off properly.

5. 5Braise until tender1h 30m

   Turn to low heat for 1–2 hours, until the pork is tender and the sauce has reduced. You want it to be almost swimming in its own fat like a confit.

   Pork belly
6. 6Add eggs2m 30s

   If serving with eggs, add the soft boiled eggs 2-3 mins before serving to retain jammyness.

   This step is optional—only if you want eggs.

   Egg
7. 7Serve over rice

   Serve over hot rice, topped with crispy garlic and leeks, and a hard-boiled egg on the side. Enjoy.

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