Adobong Baboy Recipe with Tofu

Adobong Baboy Recipe with Tofu: A Flavor-Packed Twist on the Filipino Classic

This Adobong Baboy recipe with Tofu recipe reinvents the iconic Filipino adobo by combining succulent pork belly and crispy tofu in that beloved garlicky, tangy-sweet sauce—with a delicious umami boost from oyster sauce. Perfect for both meat lovers and those looking to add more plant-based protein, this dish delivers double the texture and flavor while keeping the soul-satisfying essence of traditional adobo.

Why This Recipe Is a Game-Changer:

🍖 Best of Both Worlds – Juicy pork + crispy tofu = contrasting textures in every bite
🦪 Umami Powerhouse – Oyster sauce deepens the savory notes of the adobo base
⏱ Quick & Satisfying – Ready in under 45 minutes for weeknight dinners

The Flavor Builders:

• Crispy golden tofu (absorbs the adobo sauce beautifully)
• Pork belly or shoulder (for that classic adobo richness)
• Oyster sauce (adds complex umami to balance the vinegar)
• Classic adobo aromatics (garlic, bay leaves, peppercorns)

Step-by-Step Perfection:

1. Pan-fry tofu until golden and set aside
2. Brown pork to render fat and build flavor
3. Simmer in vinegar-soy-garlic mixture until tender
4. Add oyster sauce & tofu for the final 5 minutes

Serving Ideas:

🍚 Over Garlic Rice – The sauce is liquid gold!
🥬 With Blanched Kangkong – For a fresh contrast
🌶 Spice It Up – Add chili flakes or siling labuyo

Pro Tip: Use extra-firm tofu and press it well for maximum crispiness that holds up in the sauce!

This isn’t just adobo—it’s adobo leveled up. The tofu soaks up the tangy-savory sauce while adding a meaty bite, making it ideal for:

• Budget-friendly meals (stretches the pork further)
• Flexitarian diets (less meat, more plant protein)
• Meal prep (tastes even better the next day)

Ready to experience adobo in a whole new way? One bite and you’ll be hooked!

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Adobong Baboy Recipe with Tofu

Author: Yummy Food Ph Cooking Method: Simmering, Slow Cooking Cuisine: Filipino Courses: Dinner, Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: High Protein P Pork

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 mins Cook Time 1 hr Total Time 1 hr 15 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 1060

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Description

Adobong baboy recipe with tofu includes tofu and oyster sauce, which gives the adobo sauce a wonderful flavor. Try this recipe, you'll find that everyone will like it. You can cook it quickly, and it will satisfy your cravings!

Ingredients

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Servings

• 750 g (Baboy) Pork belly or shoulder (cut into serving pieces)
• 250 g Tofu (cubed)
• 1 bulb Garlic (peeled and minced)
• 1 red Onion (peeled and chopped)
• 3 tbsp Soy sauce
• 1 tbsp Oyster sauce
• 5 tbsp Vinegar
• 4 dried Bay leaves
• 2 cup Water
• 1 tbsp Sugar
• ¹⁄₄ tsp ground Black pepper
• Salt to taste
• 4 tbsp Cooking oil

Instructions

Preparation:

1. Cut the meat into serving portions. Set aside.

2. Cut the tofu into cube pieces.  Set aside.

3. Peel the garlic and mince it, then peel and chop the onion.

Cooking:

1. Heat the oil in a pan or wok over a medium-high flame. Fry the tofu until golden brown. Take out of the pan and place aside.

2. Add the pork to the pan and sear for 3 minutes, then season with salt and pepper. Cook until the meat is browned on all sides and the fat has rendered.

3. Push the pork to the other side of the pan, then take out some oil and just leave 2 tablespoons of oil for sauteing.

4. Add the onion and saute until softened, then add the garlic and saute until lightly browned and fragrant, then combine with the pork.

5. Add soy sauce and oyster sauce and saute for 3 minutes.

6. Pour in water, then add dried bay leaves and sugar. Stir and allow boiling.

7. Cover with a lid and let it simmer over medium-low heat for 40 minutes, or until the pork gets tender. Stirring occasionally is required.

8. Add the vinegar and let it simmer for 3 minutes without stirring. After 3 minutes, stir until well combined.

9. Continue simmering uncovered until the sauce reduces and thickens. Stirring occasionally is required.

10. Add the pan-fried tofu and stir until well combined with the sauce.

11. Continue to simmer until it reaches your preferred consistency. Taste and adjust as necessary.

    Note: Filipino adobo dishes are best served with a thick and sticky sauce.

12. Transfer to a serving dish. Serve with a side of steamed rice. Share and enjoy the food.

    Happy cooking!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 1060kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 104.8g162%

Saturated Fat 39.1g196%

Cholesterol 125mg42%

Sodium 562mg24%

Potassium 142mg5%

Total Carbohydrate 7.3g3%

Dietary Fiber 1g4%

Sugars 3.3g

Protein 21.1g43%

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Calcium 105 mg

Iron 2 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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