Pork Adobo

Name: Pork Adobo
Prep time: 25 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 1/3 c. low-sodium soy sauce; 1/4 c. plus 3 tbsp. distilled white vinegar or apple cider vinegar; 1/4 c. packed dark brown sugar; 2 tbsp. fish sauce; 1 tbsp. sriracha (optional); 1 tsp. grated fresh ginger; 2 1/2 lb. skin-on pork shoulder, cut into 1 1/2" pieces; 2 tbsp. virgin coconut oil; 2 small yellow onions, each cut into 6 wedges; 8 cloves garlic, smashed; 1 dried ancho chile, stemmed (optional); 1 tbsp. black peppercorns; 1/2 tsp. kosher salt; 2 bay leaves; 2 c. water; 1/4 tsp. MSG (optional); Cooked rice, for serving

Instructions

Prep:25min

This recipe is inspired by Filipino pork adobo, which relies heavily on vinegar, black pepper, and soy sauce. Plan for a long braising time and serve with rice!

Updated at: Thu, 05 Mar 2026 14:00:43 GMT