pork adobo

1. Sauté Aromatics:
   • In a wide, heavy-bottomed pan, heat cooking oil over medium heat. Sauté the sliced onions and minced garlic until softened.
2. Add Pork:
   • Add the pork chunks to the pan and cook until browned on all sides.
3. Simmer with Soy Sauce and Vinegar:
   • Pour in the soy sauce and vinegar. Add the whole peppercorns and bay leaves. Allow it to simmer for a few minutes.
4. Add Water and Simmer:
   • Pour in the water and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and simmer until the pork is tender. This usually takes about 40-50 minutes.

1. Adjust Seasoning:
   • Taste the adobo and adjust the seasoning with sugar, salt, and pepper according to your preference. The balance of sweet, salty, and slightly tangy flavors is key.
2. Optional: Add Hard-Boiled Eggs:
   • If desired, you can add peeled hard-boiled eggs to the simmering adobo during the last 10 minutes of cooking.
3. Serve:
   • Serve the Pork Adobo over steamed rice. Garnish with additional sliced onions, minced garlic, or chopped green onions if desired.

Tips:

• Marinating the pork in the soy sauce and vinegar mixture for a few hours or overnight enhances the flavor.
• You can also add potatoes or pineapple chunks for added texture and sweetness.
• Some people prefer a slightly caramelized finish. You can achieve this by allowing the adobo to cook uncovered in the final stages, letting the sauce reduce and thicken.

Pork Adobo is a comforting and flavorful dish that gets even better the next day as the flavors continue to meld. Enjoy this Filipino favorite!