20-Min Pork Adobo
Filipino pork braised in a tangy, savory sauce of vinegar, soy, and garlic. Tender, deeply flavored, and ready in under 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 380
- Protein
- 42g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 90 seconds.
Step 2
Working in batches, sear pork chunks 2 minutes per side until golden brown. Set aside.
Step 3
Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook 45 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly.
Step 4
Pour in soy sauce and vinegar, scraping up browned bits from the pan. Return pork to skillet.
Step 5
Add bay leaves and black pepper. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low.
Step 6
Simmer uncovered for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pork is tender and sauce thickens.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet (12-inch)
- wooden spoon
- cutting board
- sharp knife
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