Homemade Filipino Pork Tocino
Experience the delectable fusion of sweet and savory flavors with Homemade Filipino Pork Tocino. This dish transforms tender pork belly into a mouthwatering meal, caramelized to perfection and bursting with nostalgia. Ideal for breakfast or any occasion, serve it with steamed rice and fried eggs for a comforting feast that captures the essence of Filipino cuisine.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Filipino
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pork belly, sliced thin
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup cane vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade by mixing brown sugar, soy sauce, vinegar, minced garlic, and black pepper in a bowl until the sugar dissolves.
- Add the sliced pork belly to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 24 hours.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the marinated pork along with some marinade. Cook for about 10-15 minutes until caramelized and cooked through.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or tanginess by adding more sugar or vinegar as desired.
- Serve hot with steamed rice and fried eggs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 oz (85g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg