Cut the pork into thin slices. Thin meat absorbs flavor faster. It also cooks evenly and stays tender after frying. Try keeping the slices the same size.

In a large bowl, combine pineapple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic, vinegar, salt, paprika, and pepper. Mix very well until the sugar fully dissolves.

Add red food coloring if you want the classic tocino look. This step is optional. The flavor stays delicious even without the bright red color.

Place the sliced pork into the marinade. Mix carefully until every piece is coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate overnight for the best flavor.

Place a frying pan over medium heat. Add the marinated pork together with the marinade. Add half a cup of water to prevent burning early.

Let the pork simmer gently. Stir from time to time. The liquid will slowly reduce while the pork becomes soft and flavorful.

Once the liquid dries up, add cooking oil. Continue cooking until the pork turns glossy and slightly caramelized. This gives tocino its sweet, sticky finish.

Serve the tocino hot with garlic rice and eggs. The sweet pork tastes amazing with warm rice during breakfast or even dinner.