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Tocino

Delicious Filipino tocino made with tender pork and a sweet marinade, perfect for breakfast.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Filipino
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 pounds pork belly sliced
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon annatto powder for color, optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk or fork
  • Skillet or frying pan
  • Tongs or spatula
  • Container for marinating

Method
 

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine sugar, soy sauce, vinegar, salt, black pepper, garlic, and annatto powder.
  2. Add the pork belly slices to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well-coated.
  3. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for the best flavor.
  4. Place a skillet over medium heat and allow it to warm up.
  5. Carefully place the marinated pork in the skillet, reserving the marinade.
  6. Cook for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally.
  7. Pour the reserved marinade into the skillet once the pork is almost cooked through.
  8. Continue cooking for an additional 5 minutes, letting the sauce reduce and coat the pork.
  9. Remove the tocino from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes.
  10. Slice it into pieces and serve with rice and eggs.

Notes

Marinate the pork overnight for the best flavor and tenderness.