Tasty Fried pork/ EcuadorianFritada

pork

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken reduces fat content while still providing protein.

green plantains

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: potatoes

Zucchini offers a similar texture with fewer calories.

Season pork short ribs with Teriyaki glaze, Oya adobo, cumin, mashed Goya olives, pepper, salt, Sasson, and cilantro.

Add about 1/3 cup of water to the pot and place it on high heat.

Add the seasoned pork to the pot and cover it, cooking on medium-high for about 6 minutes.

Check the pork after 6 minutes; it should be sweating and building liquid.

Cover and cook for 40 minutes to an hour on medium heat until the pork is tender and liquid has built up.

After 30 minutes, check the liquid; it should still be cooking in the liquid.

Once the water has evaporated and oil starts to build up, uncover the pot and begin frying the pork in its own oil.

Fry the pork for about 20-25 minutes, stirring frequently to avoid burning.

Drain excess grease on a paper towel before serving.

Serve with sweet plantains, regular plantains, and a sauce made of onion, lemon, and cilantro.

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