Pork Estofado

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3.7

22 reviews
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  • Prep Time

    15 mins

  • Cook Time

    50 mins

  • Total Time

    1 hr 5 mins

  • Servings

    4 Servings

  • Calories

    760 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    Filipino

Pork Estofado

Try this Filipino-style pork stew with bananas, sausage, carrots, and a sweet and savory sauce. This estofadong baboy dish is hearty and full of flavor that's perfect with steamed rice!

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Ingredients

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  • ¼ cup canola oil
  • 4 saba banana peeled, cut into 1-inch thick crosswise
  • 1 onion peeled and chopped
  • 6 cloves garlic peeled and minced
  • 2 pounds pork shoulder cut into 2-inch cubes
  • ¾ cup vinegar
  • ½ cup soy sauce
  • 1 cup water
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 carrot large, peeled, cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 3 Chinese sausage cut into 1/2-inch thick

Instructions

  1. In a wide skillet, heat oil. Add bananas and cook, turning once or twice, until lightly browned. Remove from pan and drain on paper towels.
  2. Remove oil from the pan except for about 2 tablespoons. Add onions and garlic and cook until softened.
  3. Add pork and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned.
  4. Add vinegar and continue to cook, without stirring, for about 2 to 3 minutes.
  5. Add soy sauce and water and bring to a boil, skimming scum that may float on top.
  6. Lower heat, cover and cook for about 30 to 40 minutes or until meat is tender.
  7. Add sugar and stir until dissolved.
  8. Season with pepper to taste.
  9. Add carrots and cook for about 1 to 2 minutes or until tender.
  10. Season with salt to taste.
  11. Add Chinese sausage and bananas.
  12. Continue to cook until pork is fork-tender and sauce is reduced. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Slice the meat into uniform sizes to ensure even cooking.
  • For the best texture, use ripe but firm saba bananas. Pan-fry until lightly browned before adding it to the stew to keep it from falling apart.
  • Sear the meat to add color and depth of flavor.
  • Allow the vinegar to boil uncovered and without stirring for a few minutes before adding the soy sauce and water to cook off the strong acid taste.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 760kcal (38%) Carbohydrates 73g (24%) Protein 60g (120%) Fat 26g (40%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Cholesterol 147mg (49%) Sodium 1864mg (78%) Potassium 1968mg (42%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 38g (76%) Vitamin A 4565IU (91%) Vitamin C 37mg (41%) Calcium 57mg (6%) Iron 4mg (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 760 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 760kcal 38%
Carbohydrates 73g 24%
Protein 60g 120%
Fat 26g 40%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 147mg 49%
Sodium 1864mg 78%
Potassium 1968mg 42%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 38g 76%
Vitamin A 4565IU 91%
Vitamin C 37mg 41%
Calcium 57mg 6%
Iron 4mg 22%

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

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