Filipino Tocino Recipe
A sweet curred meat that is usually served with eggs and garlic rice for breakfast
Ingredients
- 2 pounds pork butt sliced to 1/4-inch thick
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 2 drops red food coloring
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
Instructions
Curing Process
- Combine pork, sugar, salt, garlic, pepper, and red food coloring in a bowl. Massage the seasonings and coloring into the meat.
- Add the curing mixture into the bowl mixture and make sure everything is well-distributed and evenly colored.
- Transfer the marinated meat into a covered container or ziplock bag and refrigerate overnight to cure.
Cooking Process
- Pour the pork and marinade into a pan and add enough water to cover the meat. Have the stove at medium heat, cover the pan, and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Once the meat is boiling, lower the heat and let it simmer until the meat is tender and cooked through. If you see the meat drying at any point, add more water in 1/2 cup increments as needed.
- When water is completely absorbed and meat is tender, add oil and cook, thhen stir regularly until meat caramelizes.
Notes
For a tender chew, slice the pork across the grain.
Not a fan of food coloring? Substitute about 1 teaspoon atsuete powder or 1/4 cup of banana ketchup.
Not a fan of food coloring? Substitute about 1 teaspoon atsuete powder or 1/4 cup of banana ketchup.