Pork Bistek Recipe
Since who doesn’t love pork? I am confident that the majority of you do. If you’re Filipino, you probably already know how much you adore pork, regardless of its preparation. Therefore, we will try pork bistek here!
Are you familiar with the renowned Filipino meal known as “beef steak” but made from pork? If not, you must be extremely perplexed. Yes, only Filipinos are capable of that.
What is a Filipino Pork Bistek
The term “pork steak” or “pork bistek” refers to a variation of another well-known Filipino cuisine called “bistek,” which is derived from the word “beef steak.” Pork shoulders are commonly used in this meal, which is then cooked with onions.
Though beef was the primary ingredient when the dish was first created, it has changed over time, and the name “bistek” has remained the same—even though other forms of meat, such pig or even fish meat, are now occasionally used as an alternative.
How to cook Pork Bistek
As simple and plain as it gets, this recipe for preparing pork steak or pork bistek! This is ideal for you if you’re just getting started and are looking to try new, intriguing foods for your family or friends.
The preparation of all the components, the marinating of the pork, and finally the cooking of the pork will be divided into three steps to simplify and streamline the procedure. simple as that.
It is preferable to marinate the pork for a longer period of time, but only until a certain point. Therefore, 1 to 3 hours prior to cooking is the ideal time to prepare this. This is the suggested duration since the pig will fully absorb the marinade’s flavors during this time.
It’s a good idea to set aside the extra marinating juice and use it to boil the pork steak before frying to improve the overall flavor. As the pig tenderizes, the flavor of the liquid will blend in well with the pork, giving the meal additional character.
Pork Bistek
Equipment
- 1 Mixing Bowl
- 1 Pan
- 4 Plate
Ingredients
- 5 pcs pork chops, cut into smaller pieces
- 2 pcs pcs lemon (or 8 pcs calamansi), extracted into juice
- 1 pc medium-sized onion, cut into rings
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 cup water
- salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 tbsp cooking oil, for frying
Instructions
- Add the pork chops, soy sauce, lemon juice, and minced garlic to a mixing bowl. 30 to 60 minutes should be set aside for marinating.
- In a cooking pan, pour-in and heat oil in medium to high heat.
- Pork chop should be added (reserve the marinade liquid for later). Cook each side for 2 to 4 minutes, or until just barely browned.
- Remove excess liquids and then pour-in water and reserved marinade liquid. Lower heat and simmer for 40 to 50 minutes or until pork is tender.
- Onion rings are added after you've added the appropriate amount of salt and pepper. Until fragrant, cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Transfer to a serving plate or a serving tray. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- There are pre-made cuts of hog flesh available on the market, such as pork chops, thus this one is suggested for this recipe. However, other cuts of pork, including pig butt or sirloin, also work nicely in the recipe. Just be sure to cut them equally so there won’t be any issues during cooking.
- Pork should not be marinated for longer than 3 hours since the citrus acids may break down in the flesh and cause a mushy texture. In order to get the most flavor from this dish, give it the proper length of preparation time.
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