Easy Adobo recipe with pork belly- 4 Simple Steps

Ingredients

• 2 lb Pork Belly (skin on, cut into 1‑inch cubes)
• 1/2 cup White Vinegar (Filipino cane vinegar preferred)
• 1/2 cup Soy Sauce (regular or light soy sauce)
• 6 cloves Garlic (peeled and crushed)
• 3 Bay Leaves (whole)
• 1 tsp Black Peppercorns (crushed or freshly ground)
• 1 cup Water (optional, to adjust sauce thickness)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Marinade

   In a small bowl combine 1/2 cup white vinegar, 1/2 cup soy sauce, crushed garlic, bay leaves, and 1 tsp black pepper. Stir until the garlic is evenly distributed.

   Time: PT5M

2. Cube the Pork Belly

   Place the pork belly on the cutting board and cut into 1‑inch cubes. No need to trim the skin; it will render and become tender during cooking.

   Time: PT7M

3. Combine Pork and Marinade

   Transfer the pork cubes to the large pot, pour the prepared marinade over them, and stir to coat all pieces. You may let it sit for 30 minutes to 2 hours for deeper flavor, or cook immediately.

   Time: PT3M

4. Cook the Adobo

   Place the pot over high heat and bring the mixture to a rolling boil (about 5 minutes). Reduce heat to medium, cover partially, and let simmer until the pork is fork‑tender, about 55 minutes. Stir occasionally and add a splash of water if the sauce reduces too quickly.

   Time: PT1H

Nutrition Facts

Calories

400

Protein

20g

Carbohydrates

5g

Fat

35g

Fiber

0g