Adobong Puso ng Saging

Ingredients for Adobong Puso ng Saging

• 1 large banana bud (puso ng saging)
• Water, for boiling
• 150 g fatty pork, sliced
• Oil, for cooking
• 6 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 shallots, minced
• ¼ cup soy sauce
• ⅓ cup cane vinegar
• ¼ cup water, plus more as needed
• Salt, to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

How to cook Adobong Puso ng Saging

1. 1.Peel away the red outer layers of the banana bud, cut into wedges, and boil until tender, about 30 minutes or less.
2. 2.Drain, cool until handleable, and slice the banana bud into smaller pieces.
3. 3.Heat oil in a wok and fry pork until browned. Add garlic and cook until golden, then stir-fry shallots for 2 minutes.
4. 4.Add banana bud and stir-fry for 2 minutes. Add soy sauce, vinegar, and water; simmer over medium heat for 5 minutes.
5. 5.Add a little water if needed, season with salt and pepper, and serve hot.