Filipino-Style Braised Pork Belly with Dinuguan Sauce
A rich and savory dish that brings together the flavors of Japan and the Philippines. This braised pork belly is slow-cooked in a sweet and spicy dinuguan sauce, resulting in a tender and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
- ●2 pounds pork belly
- ●1 cup dinuguan sauce
- ●2 tablespoons soy sauce
- ●1 tablespoon sugar
- ●1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- ●1 cup water
- ●1/4 cup green onions
- ●2 inches ginger
- ●2 cloves garlic
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
- 2
In a large Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium-high heat.
- 3
Sear the pork belly until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes per side.
- 4
Remove the pork from the pot and set it aside.
- 5
Add the dinuguan sauce to the pot and bring to a boil.
- 6
Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
- 7
Return the pork belly to the pot and add the soy sauce, sugar, rice vinegar, and water.
- 8
Cover the pot and transfer it to the preheated oven.
- 9
Braise the pork for 2 1/2 hours, or until tender.
- 10
Remove the pot from the oven and let it cool slightly.
- 11
Slice the pork into thick slices and serve with the braising liquid.
- 12
Garnish with green onions and serve with steamed rice.