A Traditional Filipino Christmas Dish | All Time Favorite Filipino Dish | HOW TO COOK BISAYA HUMBA

pork belly

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken thighs reduce fat content while pork shoulder is more affordable.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce is healthier while tamari is a gluten-free alternative.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index, while white sugar is less expensive.

hard-boiled eggs

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: quail eggs

Tofu offers a vegan option, while quail eggs are often less costly.

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

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

Remove pork and set aside. In the same pot, sauté garlic and onion until fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

Return pork to the pot and pour in soy sauce and vinegar.

Sprinkle in brown sugar, salt, ground black pepper, star anise, and bay leaves.

Add water to cover the pork and bring to a simmer.

Cover and cook on low heat until pork is tender, about 1.5 to 2 hours.

Stir occasionally and add more water if necessary to prevent burning.

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