Pork Adobo

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Pork Adobo
Serves 4

• 1 1/2 pounds pork belly or spare ribs, chopped to 1-inch cubes


• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil


• 1 medium onion, chopped


• 2 cloves garlic, chopped


• 1/4 cup soy sauce


• 1/4 cup vinegar (white or apple cider)


• 1/2 cup water


• 1 bay leaf


• 1/2 teaspoon paprika


• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper


• 2 tablespoons brown sugar


• 8 to 10 cherry tomatoes, halved

1. In a medium to large pot, heat the oil over medium-high heat and cook the pork until brown and crispy on the outside, about 3 minutes.


2. Add the onions and garlic and cook until the onions are caramelized, about 2 minutes. Add the soy sauce, vinegar, water, bay leaf, paprika, and black pepper. Simmer for 20 to 25 minutes, until the sauce is slightly thickened. Stir in the brown sugar to melt.


3. Add cherry tomatoes and cook for another minute. Serve with rice.