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Dinuguan

Pork Dinuguan is a classic Filipino stew made of diced pork, pork blood, and spices. Also known as chocolate meat, it's hearty, boldly-flavored, and delicious as a main meal or midday snack.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
1 hr
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 857 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Filipino

Ingredients

  • 10 ounces pork blood
  • 1 cup vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 1 onion, peeled and chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
  • 1 thumb-size ginger (about 1 tablespoon), peeled and minced
  • 2 pounds pork belly, cut into ½-inch strips
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 2 finger chilies (siling haba)
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

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  1. In a bowl, combine pig's blood and about 2 tablespoons of the vinegar. Stir well.
  2. In a pot over medium heat, heat oil. Add onions, garlic, and ginger and cook until softened.
  3. Add pork and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned.
  4. Add fish sauce and cook for about 1 to 2 minutes.
  5. Add vinegar and bring to a boil. Cook, uncovered and without stirring, for about 3 to 5 minutes or until slightly reduced.
  6. Add water and bring to a boil. Lower heat, cover, and continue to cook for about 15 to 20 minutes or until meat is tender.
  7. Add pork blood, stirring to disperse and prevent lumps.
  8. Add brown sugar and stir to dissolve.
  9. Add chili peppers.
  10. Continue to simmer for about 10 minutes or until sauce is thickened.
  11. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot with rice or puto.

Notes

  • Stir about one or two tablespoons of the vinegar in the pork's blood before adding to the stew to ensure a smooth, deep brown sauce.
  • Allow the vinegar to boil uncovered and without stirring for a few minutes to cook off the strong acid taste.
  • No need to thicken the gravy! The protein albumin in the blood coagulates with heat application and acts as a natural thickener.

Nutrition Information

Calories 857kcal (43%) Carbohydrates 5g (2%) Protein 18g (36%) Fat 83g (128%) Saturated Fat 30g (150%) Cholesterol 161mg (54%) Sodium 302mg (13%) Potassium 382mg (11%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 3209IU (64%) Vitamin C 3mg (3%) Calcium 18mg (2%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 857

% Daily Value*

Calories 857kcal 43%
Carbohydrates 5g 2%
Protein 18g 36%
Fat 83g 128%
Saturated Fat 30g 150%
Cholesterol 161mg 54%
Sodium 302mg 13%
Potassium 382mg 8%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 3209IU 64%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 18mg 2%
Iron 2mg 11%

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