PORK ASADO RECIPE / for Siopao filling, Asado Buns or PutoPao

pork shoulder

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork belly

Chicken thighs are lower in fat, while pork belly is often less expensive.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce reduces sodium intake.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey provides a unique flavor, while brown sugar is often cheaper.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: carrots

Sweet potatoes add nutrients, while carrots are cost-effective.

Marinate the pork shoulder in soy sauce for flavor.

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Sear the marinated pork until browned on all sides.

Remove the pork and set aside; in the same pot, sauté onions until translucent.

Add garlic and sauté briefly.

Add water, oyster sauce, sugar, and star anise to the pot.

Return the pork to the pot and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low and simmer until tender.

Thicken the sauce with cornstarch slurry before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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