Pork Binagoongan

Pork Binagoongan is a traditional Filipino dish with pork and shrimp paste (bagoong). The pork is usually slow-cooked in a mixture of shrimp paste, tomatoes, onions, and garlic. Some variations of the recipe include adding additional ingredients such as eggplant or green beans. It is typically served with steamed rice and can be enjoyed as a main course or as a side dish. The dish is known for its savory and slightly salty flavor with a hint of sourness, that balances the taste and makes it a delicious dish.

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Pork Binagoongan

Recipe by Yummy FoodCourse: MainCuisine: FilipinoDifficulty: Medium

Pork Binagoongan is a traditional Filipino dish with pork and shrimp paste (bagoong).

Ingredients

• 1/2 kilo pork belly or shoulder, cut into bite-sized pieces

• 2 tbsp vegetable oil

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 onion, diced

• 2 cups water

• 1/4 cup shrimp paste (bagoong)

• 2 tomatoes, diced

• 1/4 cup green onions, chopped

• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

• In a pan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and onion, and sauté until fragrant.
• Add the pork and sauté until browned.
• Add the water, shrimp paste, and tomatoes, and bring to a boil.
• Reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 30 minutes or until the pork is tender.
• Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
• Stir in the green onions and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
• Serve hot with steamed rice.

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