Binagoongan

Ingredients for Binagoongan

• 1 kg pork belly, cubed
• 1/2 cup white vinegar
• 1/4 cup water
• 4 tbsp bagoong
• 5 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red onion, finely chopped
• 2 large tomatoes, chopped
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 3 bay leaves
• 6 green finger chillies
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• Oil, for cooking

How to cook Binagoongan

1. 1.Heat oil in a pot and brown pork on all sides; remove and set aside.
2. 2.Sauté garlic and onion until soft, then stir-fry tomatoes until softened.
3. 3.Return pork to the pot. Add vinegar, bay leaves, and water; simmer 45 minutes or until tender.
4. 4.Stir in bagoong, sugar, and finger chillies. Cook until the sauce reduces.
5. 5.Season with freshly ground pepper and serve.