Authentic Pork Adobo Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 pounds pork shoulder, cut into 2-inch cubes
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup white vinegar
• 1 cup water
• 5 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons cooking oil
• Salt to taste
• 1 onion, sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, sliced (optional)
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the pork cubes, soy sauce, and minced garlic. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
2. Heat cooking oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté the sliced onion until translucent.
3. Add the marinated pork (reserve the marinade) and cook until browned on all sides.
4. Pour in the vinegar and let it simmer without stirring for about 3-5 minutes to cook off the acidity.
5. Add the reserved marinade, water, bay leaves, peppercorns, and brown sugar. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.
6. Simmer for about 1 to 1.5 hours, or until the pork is tender, stirring occasionally. Adjust the seasoning with salt to taste.
7. If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix cornstarch with a bit of water and stir into the pot. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
8. Serve hot, garnished with green bell pepper if desired, over steamed rice.