Homemade Filipino Pork Tocino
Experience the captivating sweetness of Homemade Filipino Pork Tocino, a traditional breakfast dish that combines succulent marinated pork with rich, savory flavors. Perfectly caramelized and served with fluffy rice and fried eggs, this dish brings warmth and joy to your morning routine. Whether for a special occasion or a comforting weekend treat, this tocino promises an unforgettable taste sensation that will leave you craving more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Filipino
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pork belly, sliced into ½ inch pieces
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp kosher salt
- ½ cup pineapple juice
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix brown sugar, minced garlic, kosher salt, and pineapple juice until well combined.
- Add the sliced pork belly to the marinade, ensuring each piece is coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best flavor.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat with a small amount of oil. Cook the marinated pork slices in batches for about 5-7 minutes on each side until caramelized.
- Serve hot with steamed rice and fried eggs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 oz (85g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg