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Quick Pork Bicol Express
40 mintime
Easydifficulty
4Servings
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Nutrition facts
380 kcalCalories
22 gProtein
8 gCarbs
30 gFat

Approximate values estimated by AI

FilipinoPorkQuick Meals

Quick Pork Bicol Express

75% authentic · Filipino

A simplified and faster version of Bicol Express, using pre-cut pork and fewer chilies for a weeknight-friendly meal.

Ingredients

Servings4
  • Pork Shoulder (cubed)400g
  • Coconut Milk (canned)200ml
  • Shrimp Paste (Bagoong Alamang)2 tbsp
  • Garlic Powder1 tsp
  • Onion Powder1 tsp
  • Green Chilies (Siling Haba), sliced5-7 pcs
  • Cooking Oil1 tbsp
  • Water1/4 cup
  • Saltto taste
  • Black Pepperto taste

Steps

  1. 1

    Heat cooking oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Brown the cubed pork shoulder.

  2. 2

    Add garlic powder and onion powder, stir for 30 seconds.

  3. 3

    Stir in the shrimp paste and cook for 1 minute.

  4. 4

    Pour in coconut milk and water. Add sliced green chilies.

  5. 5

    Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook for 20-25 minutes, or until pork is cooked through and sauce has slightly thickened.

  6. 6

    Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  7. 7

    Serve hot with steamed rice.

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