Tokwa at Baboy

Tokwa at Baboy is a popular Filipino dish made with tofu (tokwa) and pork (baboy). The dish is typically made by first frying the tofu until it becomes crispy and then cutting it into bite-sized pieces. The pork is then sliced and cooked in a separate pan until it becomes tender.

Once the pork is cooked, it is then mixed with the fried tofu, along with a combination of soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, and onions. The dish is typically served hot and is often accompanied by steamed rice.

Tokwa at Baboy is a popular street food in the Philippines and is also a common dish served in Filipino households. It is a flavorful and satisfying dish that is easy to prepare and enjoyed by many Filipinos.

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Here is a simple recipe for Tokwa at Baboy:

Tokwa at Baboy

Recipe by Yummy FoodCourse: Main, AppetizersCuisine: FilipinoDifficulty: Easy

Tokwa at Baboy is a popular street food in the Philippines and is also a common dish served in Filipino households.

Ingredients

• 1 block (14 oz) tokwa (tofu)

• 1/4 kilo pork belly, sliced

• 2 tbsp soy sauce

• 2 tbsp vinegar

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 small onion, diced

• 1 tbsp cooking oil

• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

• Cut the tofu into bite-sized cubes and fry in hot oil until golden brown and crispy. Drain excess oil and set aside.
• Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a separate pan and sauté the garlic and onion until fragrant.
• Add the sliced pork belly and cook until browned.
• Pour in the soy sauce and vinegar and bring to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer for 15 minutes or until the pork is tender.
• Add the fried tofu to the pan and mix well with the pork and sauce. Cook for another 5 minutes.
• Season with salt and pepper to taste.
• Serve hot with steamed rice.

Notes

• You can also add some vegetables such as green beans, carrots, or bell peppers to the dish for added nutrition and flavor.

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