Tokwa't Baboy

Name: Tokwa't Baboy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Filipino
Ingredients: 1 block firm tofu, cut into cubes, cubed; 1 lb pork shoulder, cut into bite-sized pieces, cubed; 6 tbsp vegetable oil for frying; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1/2 medium yellow onion, diced; 4 tbsp soy sauce; 4 tbsp white vinegar; 1 cup water; to taste black pepper

Fried tofu and pork cooked together in a savory soy and vinegar sauce, a trending Filipino comfort dish that's quick and satisfying.

40 minEasyServes 4380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 block firm tofu, cut into cubes, cubed
1 lb pork shoulder, cut into bite-sized pieces, cubed
6 tbsp vegetable oil for frying
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 medium yellow onion, diced
4 tbsp soy sauce
4 tbsp white vinegar
1 cup water
to taste black pepper

Instructions

1

Heat 6 tbsp vegetable oil for frying in a large pan over medium-high heat. Fry 1 block cubed firm tofu, cut into cubes in batches until golden brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes total. Remove and set aside.
2

In the same pan, cook 1 lb cubed pork shoulder, cut into bite-sized pieces until browned, about 8 minutes. Remove and set aside.
3

Reduce heat to medium. Add 4 cloves minced garlic and 1/2 medium diced yellow onion, sauté until softened, about 2 minutes.
4

Return pork and tofu to the pan. Pour in 4 tbsp soy sauce, 4 tbsp white vinegar, and 1 cup water.
5

Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pork is tender and flavors meld together.
6

Season with to taste black pepper to taste.
7

Serve hot over steamed rice.

Questions

Can I make Tokwa't Baboy gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in this entry is 4 tbsp soy sauce. Swap the soy-based sauce for tamari or coconut aminos. Everything else proceeds as written.

How long does Tokwa't Baboy keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

Can I halve or double Tokwa't Baboy?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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