Dinuguan | Chocolate Meat

pork blood

🥗Healthier: beef blood

💰Cheaper: chicken blood

Chicken blood is often more affordable and provides a similar texture.

pork belly

🥗Healthier: turkey breast

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Pork shoulder is less expensive and still flavorful.

In a bowl, combine the pig's blood and about 2 tablespoons of vinegar. Stir well.

In a pot over medium heat, heat the oil. Add onions, garlic, and ginger and cook until softened.

Add pork and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned.

Add fish sauce and cook for about 1 to 2 minutes.

Add vinegar and bring to a boil. Cook, uncovered and without stirring, for about 3 to 5 minutes or until slightly reduced.

Add water and bring to a boil. Lower the heat, cover, and continue to cook for about 15 to 20 minutes or until the meat is tender.

Add pork blood, stirring to disperse and prevent lumps.

Add the brown sugar and stir until it dissolves.

Add chili peppers.

Continue simmering for about 10 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.

Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot with rice or puto.

Cooking Techniques

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