How to Cook Binagoongang Baboy
Binagoongang baboy is an authentic Filipino dish. The basic cooking process of this dish is cooking slices of pork with the bagoong (shrimp paste) and adding spices.
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time35 minutes mins
Total Time45 minutes mins
Course: Pork Recipe
Cuisine: Filipino
Keyword: binagoongang baboy
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 554kcal
Author: Manny
- 1 kilo pork (pork belly, pork shoulder or pork butt) cubed
- 8 cloves garlic crushed
- 1/2 cup vinegar
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 4 cloves garlic crushed
- 1 pc small onion chopped
- 2 tablespoons bagoong shrimp paste
- 1 teaspoon peppercorns
How to make binagoongang baboy:
In a pan put together pork, garlic, vinegar and water. Simmer for 30 minutes.
Drain pork and reserve broth. Sauté garlic and onion.
Add bagoong and cook for 5 minutes.
Add pork, broth and peppercorns. Simmer till pork is tender. 6 portions.
Cooking Tips of Binagoongang Baboy:
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Choose the right cut of pork: Opt for a tender cut of pork, such as pork belly or pork shoulder, for Binagoongang Baboy. These cuts have enough fat content to add richness to the dish and become beautifully tender when simmered.
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Balance the flavors: Binagoongang Baboy is all about finding the perfect balance between the salty and savory flavors of the shrimp paste and the tanginess of the vinegar. Adjust the amount of bagoong and vinegar to achieve your desired taste. Remember, it's always easier to add more seasoning gradually than to try to fix an overly salty or sour dish.
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Don't rush the simmering process: Simmering the pork in the bagoong and spices allows the flavors to meld together and the pork to become tender. Take your time with this step to ensure that the meat absorbs the delicious flavors. Be patient and allow the dish to simmer until the pork is perfectly cooked and infused with all the savory goodness.