Humba Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 pounds pork belly, cut into chunks
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup vinegar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice
- 1 onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Season pork belly with salt and pepper
- In large pot, combine soy sauce, vinegar, and brown sugar
- Add pineapple juice, onion, garlic, and ginger
- Add bay leaves and red pepper flakes
- Add pork belly and bring to a boil
- Reduce heat and simmer for 2 hours
- Cook until pork is tender and sauce is thickened
- Garnish with fresh cilantro
- Serve hot with rice
Special Notes
This traditional Filipino humba is a sweet and savory pork dish. The combination of soy sauce and vinegar creates authentic Filipino flavor. The key is to cook the pork slowly until it's tender. This dish is perfect for special occasions and can be made ahead of time. For extra flavor, you can add different vegetables or spices. The humba should be served hot with steamed rice.