SINABAWANG PATA NG BABOY WITH TURMERIC LEAF | PORK HOCK SOUP RECIPE

pork leg

🥗Healthier: pork shoulder

💰Cheaper: chicken

Pork shoulder is leaner and chicken is more affordable.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce offers a similar umami flavor, while salt is a basic seasoning.

Boil water in a large pot over high heat.

Add pork leg and cook for about 10 minutes to remove impurities.

Drain and rinse the pork leg under cold water.

Return the pork leg to the pot and add fresh water.

Add onions, garlic, ginger, fish sauce, peppercorns, and bay leaves.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until tender.

Add salt to taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Incorporate potatoes and carrots into the pot and cook for 10-15 minutes until tender.

Add cabbage and chili peppers, cooking for an additional 5 minutes until cabbage wilts.

Sprinkle with chopped green onions before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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