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Sisig

Cultural Context

Originating from Pampanga, Sisig is a beloved Filipino dish made from parts of pig head, often seasoned with calamansi and served on a sizzling plate. Traditionally enjoyed as a pulutan (food served with drinks), it embodies the resourcefulness of Filipino cuisine, transforming leftovers into a flavorful dish. Today, Sisig has gained popularity beyond the Philippines, inspiring numerous variations worldwide, including vegetarian options.

FilipinoPHmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
½ pc pork mask/face, cleaned well and rubbed with rock salt
2 tbsp whole peppercorns
2 inch pc ginger, smashed
¼ cup vinegar
4 pc bay leaves
3 tbsp Sukang tuba
salt & pepper
1 inch pc ginger, sliced into sticks
1 pc red onion, chopped

pork belly

🥗Healthier: chicken thigh

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken thigh offers a leaner option while pork shoulder is often less expensive.

calamansi juice

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: lemon juice

Lime juice provides a similar tartness, while lemon juice is more widely available.

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while adding creaminess, and sour cream is often cheaper.

green chili

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: jalapeño

Bell pepper adds flavor without heat, while jalapeño offers a spicier alternative.

1

Clean the pork mask/face and rub it with rock salt.

2

In a pot, add the pork mask, whole peppercorns, smashed ginger, vinegar, and bay leaves.

3

Boil until tender, then chop into small pieces.

4

Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat and grill the chopped pork until crispy and browned.

5

In a separate pan, sauté the sliced ginger and chopped red onion until fragrant.

6

Add the grilled pork to the sautéed mixture and stir to combine.

7

Pour in Sukang tuba and season with salt and pepper to taste.

8

Serve immediately.

Cooking Techniques

boilinggrillingsautéing

Equipment Needed

grillskilletpot

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

eggsoy

Also Known As

Sizzling SisigPork Sisig

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