Pressure Cooker Pork Adobo

Name: Pressure Cooker Pork Adobo
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Filipino
Ingredients: 2 lbs pork belly, cut in 2in pieces; 1/2 cup soy sauce; 1/2 cup white cane vinegar (or distilled white vinegar); 8 garlic cloves, smashed; 4 bay leaves; 1 tsp whole black peppercorns; 1/2 cup water; 2 tsp brown sugar (optional)

A Filipino classic of pork belly braised in soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, and bay leaves until the meat is meltingly tender, then reduced to a glossy, savory sauce.

55 minEasyServes 4520 cal/serving

FilipinoDinnerPressure CookerStandardHigh FiberHigh ProteinDairy-FreeNut-FreeEgg-FreeLow-SodiumCorn-Free

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Ingredients

2 lbs pork belly, cut in 2in pieces
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup white cane vinegar (or distilled white vinegar)
8 garlic cloves, smashed
4 bay leaves
1 tsp whole black peppercorns
1/2 cup water
2 tsp brown sugar (optional)

Instructions

1

Combine 2 lbs cut in 2in pieces pork belly, 1/2 cup soy sauce, 1/2 cup white cane vinegar (or distilled white vinegar), 8 smashed garlic cloves, 4 bay leaves, 1 tsp whole black peppercorns, and 1/2 cup water in the pressure cooker insert. Stir to combine.
2

Secure the lid and set the valve to sealing. Cook on high pressure for 25 minutes. Allow a 10-minute natural pressure release, then quick-release any remaining pressure.
3

Carefully remove the lid. Check that the pork has reached an internal temperature of at least 145°F (63°C); it should be very tender.
4

Remove and discard the bay leaves. Transfer the pork to a plate with a slotted spoon.
5

Set the pressure cooker to Saute on medium-high. Bring the braising liquid to a boil and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce reduces and thickens slightly. Stir in 2 tsp brown sugar (optional) if using.
6

Return the pork to the pot and toss to coat in the glossy sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning.
7

Serve over steamed white rice, spooning extra sauce over the top.

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Questions

How long does Pressure Cooker Pork Adobo take?

As written, 55 minutes: 20 of prep and 35 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 2 (25 minutes): "Cook on high pressure for 25 minutes."

What internal temperature should Pressure Cooker Pork Adobo reach?

For Pressure Cooker Pork Adobo, the target internal temperature is 145 F (about 65 C), given in step 3. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Is there a substitute for brown sugar in Pressure Cooker Pork Adobo?

The entry for Pressure Cooker Pork Adobo calls for 2 tsp brown sugar (optional). In its place: White sugar with a tablespoon of molasses per cup. Without molasses, plain white sugar works but bakes up crisper and paler.

Can I make Pressure Cooker Pork Adobo gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Pressure Cooker Pork Adobo is 1/2 cup soy sauce. Swap the soy-based sauce for tamari or coconut aminos. Everything else proceeds as written.

How much protein is in Pressure Cooker Pork Adobo?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) has 65 g of protein in about 520 calories, alongside 65 g carbohydrate and 0 g fat, plus 10 g fiber and 191 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list. More like it: the high-protein dinner collection.

Can I make Pressure Cooker Pork Adobo ahead?

Yes, it takes well to being made ahead. Refrigerate what is left of Pressure Cooker Pork Adobo within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop. It also freezes well for up to three months.

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