Dinakdakan Recipe

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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    1 hr 10 mins

  • Total Time

    1 hr 40 mins

  • Servings

    6 people

  • Calories

    371 kcal

  • Cuisine

    Filipino

Dinakdakan Recipe

A smoky, creamy Ilocano pork dish made from grilled pig parts

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1 lb. pig ears
  • 1 lb. pig face maskara
  • 6 ounces pig liver
  • 1 teaspoon ginger powder
  • 1 red onion sliced
  • 6 chili peppers chopped
  • 4 tablespoons white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder optional
  • 1 teaspoon ginger minced (optional)
  • 3 pieces bay leaves optional
  • 1 tablespoon whole peppercorn optional
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 8 cups water
  • salt and pepper to taste
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Instructions

  1. Pour 6 to 8 cups water in a cooking pot. Let boil.
  2. Once the water starts to boil, you have the option to add dried bay leaves and whole peppercorn. Add-in the pig ears and face. Set the heat to low and continue to boil for 50 to 60 minutes.
  3. Discard the water and let the excess water drip. Rub a little bit of salt all over the boiled ears and face. Rub the ginger powder on the liver.
  4. Heat-up the grill. Grill the ears and face for 4 to 6 minutes per side or until it turns a bit crisp, but not burnt. Grill the liver for 5 to 8 minutes depending on the thickness.
  5. Remove the grilled pig parts from the grill. Let it cool down and start chopping into bite-size pieces.
  6. Meanwhile, combine mayonnaise and vinegar in mixing bowl. Stir.
  7. Add some ground black pepper. Continue to stir until the ingredients are well blended.
  8. Add the ginger, chili, onion, and garlic powder (optional). Toss.
  9. Transfer to a serving bowl. Serve. Share and enjoy!

Notes

  • Boiling the pork parts first is very important in making dinakdakan. This step tenderizes tough cuts like the ears and face, making them easier to chew and enhancing their flavors. Skipping the boiling step would leave the meat too tough, which affects the texture and makes it harder to fully enjoy. Boiling also helps remove any impurities from the meat, ensuring a cleaner taste before grilling. So, don’t skip this step if you want dinakdakan that’s tender, flavorful, and satisfying!

Nutrition Information

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Serving 6g Calories 371kcal (19%) Carbohydrates 5g (2%) Protein 40g (80%) Fat 20g (31%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Polyunsaturated Fat 9g Monounsaturated Fat 5g Trans Fat 0.1g Cholesterol 182mg (61%) Sodium 281mg (12%) Potassium 728mg (21%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 4998IU (100%) Vitamin C 3mg (3%) Calcium 37mg (4%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 371 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 6g
Calories 371kcal 19%
Carbohydrates 5g 2%
Protein 40g 80%
Fat 20g 31%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9g 53%
Monounsaturated Fat 5g 25%
Trans Fat 0.1g 5%
Cholesterol 182mg 61%
Sodium 281mg 12%
Potassium 728mg 15%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 4998IU 100%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 37mg 4%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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