Description
Fried Pork in Binagoongan is a delicious Filipino dish that elevates pork with savory flavors, crispy textures, and a touch of spice.
Ingredients
- 750g sliced pork
- 3 tbsp shrimp paste
- 2 large eggplants
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 1/8 cup vinegar
- 1 cup hot water
- 3 tomatoes
- 1 medium onion
- 5 cloves garlic
- 1 thumb-sized ginger
- Ground black pepper
- Cooking oil
- Red chilies
- Long green chilies
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Wash and slice the eggplants and tomatoes. Finely chop the onion, garlic, and ginger.
- Fry the vegetables: Heat oil in a pan and fry the sliced eggplants until brown and crispy. Remove and set aside.
- Cook the pork: In the same pan, pan-fry the sliced pork until nicely browned.
- Add seasonings: Once browned, add fish sauce and ground black pepper, stir-frying for about a minute.
- Incorporate aromatics: Add ginger, garlic, and onion into the pan and stir-fry until fragrant.
- Sauté tomatoes: Add chopped tomatoes and sauté until soft, about 2-3 minutes.
- Mix in shrimp paste: Add shrimp paste and stir until well absorbed, about 3 minutes.
- Add liquids: Pour in the hot water and vinegar, letting it simmer without stirring for about 3 minutes.
- Cover and cook: Cover the pan and cook until the pork is tender, about 30-40 minutes.
- Final touches: Once tender, add red and long green chilies and fried eggplant, allowing to simmer for a few minutes.
- Serve: Transfer to a serving bowl and top with extra chilies for presentation.
Notes
Choose pork belly or shoulder for the best texture. Pre-chop ingredients for smoother cooking. Adjust spice levels as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Filipino