Easy Filipino Pork Belly Adobo Recipe
Savor the rich flavors of this Filipino pork adobo recipe. Tender pork marinated in vinegar, soy sauce, and garlic, cooked to perfection.
Servings 6
Calories 846.3kcal
Cost $10
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Pork Belly cut into 1" cubes or slices
- ½ cup Soy Sauce regular or low-sodium or Tamari
- ½ cup Vinegar
- 6 cloves Garlic minced
- 3 Bay Leaves
- 1 teaspoon Whole Black Peppercorns
- 1 cup Water
- 2 tablespoon Cooking Oil for sautéing
Instructions
- In a large bowl, marinate the pork belly with soy sauce, vinegar, minced garlic, bay leaves, and black peppercorns. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to penetrate the meat.2 pounds Pork Belly, ½ cup Soy Sauce, ½ cup Vinegar, 6 cloves Garlic, 3 Bay Leaves, 1 teaspoon Whole Black Peppercorns
- Heat a large pan or pot over medium-high heat. Add cooking oil and sauté the marinated pork until browned and slightly caramelized.2 tablespoon Cooking Oil
- Once the pork is browned, pour the marinade mixture over the pork in the pot. Add water and bring it to a boil.1 cup Water
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 1 to 1.5 hours or until the pork is tender. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
- Once the pork is fork tender and the sauce has thickened, taste and adjust the seasoning according to your preference. You can add more soy sauce or vinegar if desired.
- Remove the bay leaves and serve the Filipino Pork Adobo hot with steamed white rice. For added freshness, garnish with chopped green onions or cilantro.
Notes
- Filipino Pork Adobo tastes even better when left to marinate overnight in the refrigerator. The longer the marinating time, the more flavorful the dish will be.
- If you love garlic, feel free to add more than it's called for.
- Adobo pairs well with steamed white rice, garlic rice, or bread. Some also enjoy it with steamed vegetables or a fresh salad.
- If you like spicy, I love to serve this dish with jalapeño slices.