Garage to Gourmet: LA's Filipino Food Maestro Lord Maynard

pork

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: tofu

Tofu provides a plant-based protein alternative.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Evaporated milk is more affordable and still creamy.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Liquid aminos offer a gluten-free alternative.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Brown sugar provides a similar sweetness at a lower cost.

Prepare rice according to package instructions until fluffy.

Marinate pork in soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Add marinated pork and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Add onion and ginger, sauté until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Pour in coconut milk and bring to a simmer.

Add vegetables and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.

Season with sugar and chili peppers to taste.

Serve hot over rice.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens