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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
20-Min Pork Adobo
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 90 seconds.

  2. Step 2

    Working in batches, sear pork chunks 2 minutes per side until golden brown. Set aside.

  3. Step 3

    Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook 45 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly.

  4. Step 4

    Pour in soy sauce and vinegar, scraping up browned bits from the pan. Return pork to skillet.

  5. Step 5

    Add bay leaves and black pepper. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low.

  6. 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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