Pork Adobo

Steps7

1. 1

   Step 1. Brown the pork

   Fry the pork until lightly browned on all sides, then remove and set aside.

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2. 2

   Step 2. Sauté the garlic

   In the same pot, sauté the garlic until lightly golden and fragrant. Add onions and cook until softened.

3. 3

   Step 3. Add the braising liquid

   Return the pork to the pot, pour in the pork broth. Add the soy sauce, vinegar, green chilies, bay leaves, peppercorns, and palm sugar.

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4. 4

   Step 4. Simmer covered on medium

   7m 30s

   Cover and let simmer on medium heat for 5-10 mins, don't mix to allow vinegar to cook.

5. 5

   Step 5. Simmer on low

   1 h 30 min

   Turn to low heat for 1–2 hours, until the pork is tender and the sauce has reduced. You want it to be almost swimming in its own fat like a confit.

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6. 6

   Step 6. Add the eggs

   2m 30s

   Optional: If serving with eggs, add the soft boiled eggs 2-3 mins before serving to retain jammyness.

7. 7

   Step 7. Serve over rice

   Serve over hot rice, topped with crispy garlic and leeks, and a hard-boiled egg on the side.