Bicol Express
Bicol Express is a tantalizing Filipino delicacy that combines succulent pork, creamy coconut milk, and a fiery kick of chili peppers.
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 4849kcal
Ingredients
- 2 lbs pork belly strips ( pre cooked )or uncooked
- 6 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup red onion chopped
- 1 inch fresh ginger root choppedl
- 1 can 13.6 fl oz coconut milk
- 2-3 tablespoons shrimp paste
- 5-6 pepper or more
- 1/4 or more cup water
- 2 stems green onion A MUST
Instructions
Sautéing the Aromatics
- Heat a pan and add cooking oil. Sauté the finely chopped onions until wilted, minute until fragrant. This aromatic trio forms the flavorful foundation of our Bicol Express.
Adding the Pork and Chili Peppers
- Introduce thinly sliced pork belly to the pan and cook until browned and slightly crispy. The sizzling pork will fill your kitchen with an irresistible aroma, building anticipation for the mouthwatering dish that awaits. Incorporate the sliced red chili peppers, stirring them into the pork to infuse the dish with their fiery heat.
- Mix in the shrimp paste, thoroughly combining it with the pork and chili peppers. This key ingredient adds a distinctive umami flavor, setting Bicol Express apart from other dishes. After a minute or two, pour the coconut milk and water, ensuring all the ingredients are well-incorporated.
- Simmer the dish over low heat for fifteen minutes. This allows the pork to become tender and absorb the rich flavors of the sauce.
- Taste and add ground pepper. Add more water and shrimp paste if desired.
- Sprinkle the green onions at before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 4849kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 109g | Fat: 483g | Saturated Fat: 176g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 51g | Monounsaturated Fat: 224g | Cholesterol: 995mg | Sodium: 1352mg | Potassium: 1838mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 93IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 208mg | Iron: 7mg