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PORK HUMBA WITH BRAISED TOFU & ZUCCHINI

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Pork Humba

Cultural Context

Pork Humba is a traditional dish from the Visayas region of the Philippines, often enjoyed during family gatherings and celebrations. It showcases the Filipino love for savory-sweet flavors, combining pork with soy sauce, vinegar, and sugar, resulting in a rich, tender dish. Modern variations may include additional ingredients like hard-boiled eggs or banana blossoms, reflecting local preferences and creativity in Filipino cooking.

FilipinoPHmain
90 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
200 g Pork Belly
1 cup pineapple juice
3 tbsp brown sugar
1 small onion
3 cloves garlic
1 tbsp black beans
3 tbsp soy sauce
3 tbsp chopped braised tofu
few slices of zucchini
salt to taste
cooking oil

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

pork belly

🥗Healthier: pork shoulder

💰Cheaper: pork butt

Pork shoulder is leaner and cheaper.

1

Heat cooking oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

2

Add pork belly and sear until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

3

Remove pork and set aside; drain excess oil if necessary.

4

In the same pot, sauté garlic and onion until fragrant and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

5

Return the pork to the pot and add soy sauce, pineapple juice, and salt to taste.

6

Stir in brown sugar and black beans; bring to a simmer.

7

Cover and cook on low heat until pork is tender, stirring occasionally.

8

Add chopped braised tofu and zucchini during the last 15 minutes of cooking.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbraising

Equipment Needed

large potspatulaknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

HumbaVisayan Humba

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