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Tapang Taal

Tapang Taal is a garlicky, calamansi-bright pork tapa that is marinated deeply before quick pan-frying.

6 hours 30 minutes · Serves 6

Ingredients for Tapang Taal

  • 1 kilo pork scotch, sliced tapa-style
  • Oil, for frying
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup calamansi juice
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 whole garlic, minced
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

How to cook Tapang Taal

  1. 1.In a bowl, combine Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, calamansi juice, sugar, minced garlic, and freshly ground black pepper, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
  2. 2.Place the sliced pork in a deep bowl or container, pour in the marinade, and massage it into the meat.
  3. 3.Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours so the pork absorbs the seasoning.
  4. 4.Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry the marinated pork in batches until browned on both sides and cooked through.
  5. 5.Drain briefly if needed and serve hot.
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