Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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7
servings
2 pound

pork roast

cut into 1 inch cubes

2 unit

garlic

chopped

0.25 cup

vinegar

1 unit

bay leaf

1 unit

pepper corn

crushed

0.5 teaspoon

salt

1 tbsp

soy sauce

1 teaspoon

brown sugar

1.5 cup

water

Step 1
~9 min

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.

Step 2
~9 min

Saute pork in the warm oil with garlic until browned.

Step 3
~9 min

Add vinegar, bay leaf, peppercorns, salt, soy sauce, brown sugar, and water to the pan.

Step 4
~9 min

Bring to a simmer and cook until the pork is tender, about 45 minutes.

Step 5
~9 min

Taste the sauce. If it's too sour, add more sugar; if it's too bland, add more soy sauce.

Step 6
~9 min

If desired, thicken the sauce with flour to make a gravy.

Step 7
~9 min

Serve the pork adobo over rice.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Marinating the pork overnight will enhance the flavor.

Adjust the amount of vinegar and soy sauce to your preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with steamed rice

Serve with a side of vegetables

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Steamed rice
Blanched green beans

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Philippines

Cultural Significance

National dish of the Philippines

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Family gatherings
Holidays

Occasion Tags

Dinner
Family Meal
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

75/100

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