Pork Bistek
A Filipino pan-fried pork dish braised in a tangy soy-citrus sauce and topped with sweet caramelized onion rings. Serve over steamed white rice for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs pork sirloin or shoulder, thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (sub for calamansi)
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 4 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 medium yellow onion, sliced into rings
- 1/3 cup water
- 1 tsp granulated sugar
Instructions
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1
Combine 1/3 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (sub for calamansi), 4 cloves minced garlic cloves, and 1/2 tsp ground black pepper in a bowl. Add 1.5 lbs thinly sliced pork sirloin or shoulder, toss to coat, and marinate for at least 15 minutes at room temperature.
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2
Heat half of the 4 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Remove pork from marinade (reserve marinade) and pan-fry in batches until browned on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. Check pork is cooked through to an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). Transfer to a plate.
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3
In the same skillet, add the remaining vegetable oil. Add 2 medium sliced into rings yellow onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden and caramelized, about 8 minutes.
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4
Pour the reserved marinade and 1/3 cup water into the pan with the onions. Stir in 1 tsp granulated sugar and bring to a simmer. Cook 2 minutes until slightly reduced.
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5
Return the pork to the pan, spoon sauce over the top, and heat through for 1-2 minutes. Serve over steamed rice with onion rings on top.