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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
1.5lb pork picnic shoulder
5 pig's ears
400g chicken liver
1 bell pepper
1 yellow onion
1 tbsp garlic powder
1 tbsp pepper corn
juice of 1/2 lime
juice of 1/2 lemon
5 tbsp mayonnaise
1 red onion
2 red chili peppers
2 green chili peppers
5 eggs
salt and pepper to taste

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

Boil the pork picnic shoulder and pig's ears until tender, about 45-60 minutes.

2

Drain and cool the pork, then chop into small pieces.

3

Grill the chopped pork until crispy and browned, about 5-7 minutes.

4

In a separate pan, sauté garlic powder, yellow onion, and red onion until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

5

Add the grilled pork and pig's ears to the sautéed mixture and stir to combine.

6

Pour in lime juice, lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper to taste.

7

Transfer the mixture to a sizzling plate.

8

Top with a raw egg and a dollop of mayonnaise.

9

Serve immediately.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

grillsizzling platepan

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Sizzling SisigPork Sisig

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