Guyanese Garlic Pork

pork shoulder

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork loin

Chicken thighs are lower in fat and cheaper than pork shoulder.

vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar adds a fruity flavor while being healthier.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: coconut aminos

Tamari is gluten-free and has a similar flavor profile.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

Cut pork shoulder into 2-inch pieces as provided by the butcher.

Prepare a cleaning solution with 2 cups of cold water, 1 cup of vinegar, and 2 tablespoons of salt.

Wash each piece of pork thoroughly in the cleaning solution to remove any particles and fat.

Rinse the pork under cold water after cleaning.

Pat the pork dry with paper towels to remove excess water.

In a clean bowl, add 1.5 to 2 cups of vinegar to rinse the pork again using tongs.

Transfer the cleaned pork into a clean glass container for marinating.

Blend the habanero pepper, thyme, and garlic together in a mini chopper until finely chopped.

Mix the blended seasoning with the pork in the container, ensuring all pieces are coated.

Cover the container with plastic wrap and an airtight lid.

Let the pork marinate in the refrigerator for 4 to 5 days before cooking.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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