Pork Adobo

Prep 15 minutes

Cook 1 hour

Total 1.25 hours

Servings 6

Difficulty Easy

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The national dish of the Philippines, adapted by generations of Filipino families in Hawaii.

1
Combine pork, soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, bay leaves, and peppercorns in a pot.
2
Add water and bring to a boil.
Tip: Dont stir during initial boil - let the vinegar mellow.
3
Reduce heat and simmer covered for 45 minutes.
4
Uncover and continue cooking until sauce reduces and pork is tender.
5
Optional: Brown the pork pieces in the rendered fat for extra flavor.
6
Serve over hot rice with the sauce.

Pork braised in vinegar and soy sauce until tender. Simple, tangy, and deeply satisfying.