My Favorite Pork Adobo Recipe

Name: Pork Adobo (Diabetes-Friendly)
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 1 h 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 2 lbs pork belly; 2 tablespoons garlic; 2 cups water; 1 tablespoon peppercorn; 1/2 cup soy sauce; 5 dried bay leaves; 4 tablespoons vinegar; 1 red onion

December 8, 2024

Pork Adobo (Diabetes-Friendly)

Pork Adobo may not be as popular as its chicken counterpart, but it’s equally delicious! At DIY Diabetes Control, we’re all about quick, tasty recipes that help keep your blood sugar levels stable. This diabetic-friendly version swaps out traditional ingredients like brown sugar for Stevia sweetener, so you can enjoy this comforting dish without compromising your health.

Start by marinating the pork to lock in those rich flavors. While a few hours is ideal, even just an hour will do if you’re short on time. Once marinated, combine the ingredients and let them simmer until tender. Pair this dish with Cauliflower Rice to keep the carbs low and make it a perfect meal for diabetes management.

Cooking adobo has never been this simple or this healthy—let’s get started!

Pork Adobo (Diabetes-Friendly)

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Cuisine

Asian

Author:

Anthony

Servings

Prep Time

1 hour

Cook Time

30 minutes

If your like me and love Asian inspire food, you'll love this pork adobo recipe.

Ingredients

2 lbs pork belly
2 tablespoons garlic
2 cups water
1 tablespoon peppercorn
1/2 cup soy sauce
5 dried bay leaves
4 tablespoons vinegar
1 red onion

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Directions

Marinate the Pork
Combine pork belly, soy sauce, and garlic in a bowl. Marinate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to develop.
Sear the Pork
Heat a pot over medium heat and add the marinated pork belly. Sear the meat until browned, ensuring a rich, caramelized flavor.
Cook the Adobo
Pour the remaining marinade, including the garlic, into the pot. Add water, whole peppercorns, and dried bay leaves and red onion. Bring the mixture to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 40 minutes to 1 hour, or until the pork is tender. As the pork cooks, the fat will render—enjoy in moderation for a healthier meal.
Add the Vinegar
Stir in vinegar and let the dish simmer for an additional 12 to 15 minutes.
Season and Serve
Add salt to taste. Serve the pork adobo hot, paired with cauliflower rice to keep the carbs low and maintain stable blood sugar levels.

Recipe Note

I like to play around with the ingredients, adding chili, or sometime lemon grass to add that distinct Asian flavor.

Sugar –Filipinos sometime add brown sugar to the recipe to caramelize the pork. By adding sugar you will find your blood sugar will spike, so if you like a sweeter dish replace the sugar with Stevia

Onion - I like to use red onion as it has a sweter floavuor than white onion, that way I dont have to add sweetner.

Serve the pork with cauliflower rice to ensure your blood sugar levels remain stable.

Nutrition

per serving: Calories

Amount/Serving % Daily Value

Carbs: 8 grams; 0%

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My Favorite Pork Adobo Recipe

Pork Adobo (Diabetes-Friendly)

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