Savor the bold, tangy, and savory flavors of Pork Adobo β the crown jewel of Filipino cuisine! Tender pork braised in a garlicky vinegar-soy sauce with aromatic spices, this dish is simple to make yet unforgettable. Perfect for weeknight dinners or handaan (gatherings), itβs a rice-emptying ulam that never fails to satisfy.
π§ Garlic-Vinegar Magic β The signature tangy-savory balance
π Fall-Off-The-Bone Tender β Slow-cooked until meltingly soft
β³ Better the Next Day β Flavors deepen overnight (if it lasts that long!)
π Riceβs Soulmate β That rich sauce demands extra rice
π₯ With hard-boiled eggs β Soaked in the sauce (adobong may itlog)
πΏ Garnished with bay leaves β For aromatic flair
π» With ice-cold beer β The ultimate pulutan pairing
Fun Fact: Adoboβs vinegar-preservation method made it a practical dish in tropical Philippines!
Love adobo variations? Try Adobong Baka or Chicken-Pork Adobo next!
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Cooking Video Recipe: Pork Adobo Recipe
The Filipino pork adobo recipe are so delicious; itβs the most popular recipe in the country. The dish is usually made of pork and chicken. In this recipe, we use pork meat cut into adobo-cut pieces. It is cooked with soy sauce, vinegar, and certain seasonings for taste. Simmer for a long period of time until the meat gets tender. This beautiful pork adobo dish is soft and comes with a rich, thick, savory sauce. It's a perfect dish to serve on special occasions or even as a regular meal for the entire family, and surely they will enjoy the dish. For newbies who want to cook this recipe, please follow our step-by-step instructions below. Happy cooking.
In a pan, heat cooking oil over medium heat, saute the onion until soft, add the garlic and saute until aromatic.
Add the pork adobo cut and season with salt and ground black pepper to taste.
Stir and cook over medium heat until the fat comes out of the meat and turns a light brown color.
Add soy sauce, peppercorns, and oyster sauce. Stir.
Add water and bay leaves, then cover and cook for 30 minutes, or until the pork meat gets tender.
Add vinegar, cook for a few minutes without stirring, then add sugar to taste. Stir and keep cooking over medium-low heat for a few minutes.
Taste it and adjust as necessary. Simmer until the sauce becomes slightly thick or until the desired sauce consistency is reached.
Turn off the heat and transfer to a serving plate. Serve and enjoy!
Servings 4
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.