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Pork Chops Adobo
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How to Cook Pork Chops Adobo

Cooking pork adobo often use pork belly or pork shoulder because they have most desirable fat to meat ratio and easy to tenderize.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time2 hours 15 minutes
Total Time2 hours 25 minutes
Course: Pork Recipe
Cuisine: Filipino
Keyword: pork chops adobo
Servings: 5 servings
Calories: 327kcal
Author: Manny

Ingredients

  • 3 pcs large pork chops or pork steak
  • 2 pieces laurel leaves
  • 1/3 cup soy sauce
  • 6 cloves garlic crushed
  • 1/2 tsp. cracked black peppercorns
  • 1/3 cup coconut vinegar or white vinegar
  • 1 cup buko juice
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup buko meat strips optional
  • 2 Tbsp. brown sugar or muscovado

Instructions

How to cook Pork Chop Adobo:

  • Put all ingredients in a pot except the water. Leave overnight in a refrigerator.
  • If the pot is too large, put all the ingredients in another container and leave in the refrigerator overnight, then transfer to the pot the following day.
  • Add a cup of water and cover the pot and boil the mixture for about 15 minutes, then lower the flame and allow it to cook slowly for about 1 hour keeping the pot covered.
  • Add water if necessary to avoid drying up the sauce.
  • Stir occasionally, about once every half an hour. Do not over stir.
  • The meat will slowly caramelize and turn into brown.
  • Cook until the pork chop is tender and the liquid has reduced into half.

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Notes

Cooking Tips of Pork Chops Adobo Recipe:

1. Marinate Overnight for Maximum Flavor: To ensure your pork chops are infused with the rich flavors of the adobo marinade, marinate them overnight in the refrigerator. This allows the acidity of the vinegar and the saltiness of the soy sauce to penetrate the meat, resulting in a more flavorful dish.
2. Simmer Slowly for Tender Meat: Once you start cooking your pork chops adobo, it's important to simmer them slowly over low heat. This helps break down the tough fibers in the meat, resulting in tender, melt-in-your-mouth pork chops. Resist the urge to cook them at a high temperature, as this can make the meat tough and chewy.
3. Caramelize for Depth of Flavor: As your pork chops cook, you'll notice them slowly caramelizing and turning a rich, dark brown color. This caramelization adds depth and complexity to the dish, enhancing its overall flavor profile. Be patient and allow the pork chops to cook slowly, as this will ensure they develop the rich, savory flavor that adobo is known for.