Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 lbs Pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/2 cup Soy sauce
- 1/4 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup Water
- 1/2 cup Brown sugar
- 1/4 cup Garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup Onion, sliced
- 1 Bay leaf
- 1 tbsp Black peppercorns
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Difficulty Level: 2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the pork, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, water, brown sugar, garlic, onion, bay leaf, and black peppercorns. Mix well to coat the pork.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
- Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add the pork mixture and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 hour, or until the pork is tender and the sauce has thickened.
- Serve over rice or noodles.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 300
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
- Sodium: 600mg
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 25g
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and savory with a slight tang
- Tender pork with a flavorful sauce
- Perfect for a special occasion or a casual meal
User Comments:
- "This dish was amazing! The pork was so tender and the sauce was perfect."
- "I've never had adobo before, but this recipe was easy to follow and turned out great."
- "The brown sugar adds a nice sweetness to the traditional adobo flavor."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you can't find pork shoulder, you can use pork butt or pork loin.
- You can add other vegetables to the adobo, such as bell peppers or carrots.
- If the sauce is too thick, add a little bit of water.
- Serve with a side of rice or noodles to soak up the delicious sauce.
