Homemade Pork Tocino

Pork Tocino is one of the typical dish that serves for breakfast. It usually comes with a sinangag rice and fried egg (Tosilog).
Try this easy and simple Pork Tocino recipe for the sweet, savory and tender tocino.

Homemade Pork Tocino Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds pork butt, sliced to 1/4-inch thick
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 2 drops red food coloring
• water
• 2 tablespoons oil

Cooking Procedure:

1. In a bowl, combine pork, sugar, salt, garlic and red food coloring. Massage meat with curing mixture until well-distributed and evenly colored. Store in a covered container or ziplock bag and refrigerate overnight to cure.
2. In a pan over medium heat, add pork including marinade and enough water to cover. Bring to a boil. Lower heat, cover and simmer until meat is tender and cooked through, adding more water in 1/2 cup increments as needed.
3. When water is completely absorbed and meat is tender, add oil and cook, stirring regularly, until meat caramelizes. Serve hot.