Pork Adobo - Cebu Sanctuary Recipe

The Filipino favorite is the classic adobo. This meal is the country’s staple food as it never fails to bring a grin. It usually contains a protein, typically a combo of pork and chicken, simmered in vinegar, soy sauce, crushed garlic, bay, or laurel leaves. This delicious dish is perfect when served over newly cooked white rice.

INGREDIENTS

• 2 lbs pork belly
• 2 tbsp garlic, minced or crushed
• 5 dried bay leaves
• 4 tbsp vinegar
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1 tbsp peppercorn
• 2 cups water
• Salt to taste

DIRECTIONS

1. In a large bowl combine pork belly, soy sauce, and garlic then marinade for at least 1 hour.
2. Heat the pot and put-in the marinated pork belly then cook for a few minutes
3. Pour remaining marinade including garlic.
4. Add water, whole pepper corn, and dried bay leaves then bring to a boil. Simmer for 40 minutes to 1 hour
5. Put-in the vinegar and simmer for 12 to 15 minutes
6. Add salt to taste
7. Serve hot. Share and enjoy!