Homemade Filipino Pork Tocino Recipe
The Homemade Filipino Pork Tocino Recipe is a favorite breakfast dish in the Philippines. Sweet, savory, and tender, this dish has won the hearts of many.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs pork shoulder sliced thin
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp garlic minced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp vinegar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp pineapple juice
- 1 tbsp annatto powder optional
- 2 tbsp cooking oil
- 1 tbsp water
Instructions
- Slice pork into thin strips.
- Place pork in mixing bowl.
- Add sugar, garlic, soy sauce, vinegar.
- Sprinkle with salt, pepper, annatto powder.
- Add pineapple juice for natural sweetness.
- Mix until pork is evenly coated.
- Cover bowl with plastic wrap.
- Refrigerate for 24 hours.
- Heat skillet with oil.
- Add marinated pork pieces.
- Pour in 1 tbsp water.
- Cook on low until tender.
- Stir occasionally to avoid burning.
- Allow sauce to caramelize.
- Serve hot with rice and eggs.
Notes
- Use pork shoulder for tender meat.
- Marinate at least 24 hours for flavor.
- Add pineapple juice for natural sweetness.
- Do not overcook or pork will dry.
- Annatto adds color but is optional.
- Store extra tocino in airtight containers.
- Cook on low for perfect caramelization.