Pata Hamonado
Pata Hamonado with pork leg braised in pineapple juice and soy sauce for the ultimate pork dish. Melt-in-your-mouth tender with a sweet and savory sauce, it’s pure heaven on steamed rice!
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 1068kcal
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- 1 (about 3 pounds) whole pork leg, cut into 2-inch thick pieces
- 1 onion, peeled and sliced thinly
- 4 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 cups water
- ½ cup soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon peppercorns
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup Pineapple chunks
Instructions
- In a wide, heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high heat, heat oil.
- Add pork in a single layer and cook for about 2 to 3 minutes or until lightly browned. Turn and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes or until all sides are lightly browned.
- Add onions and garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until softened.
- Add pineapple juice and vinegar. Allow to boil, uncovered and without stirring, for about 2 to 4 minutes.
- Add soy sauce, water, peppercorns, and bay leaves. Stir to distribute and bring to a boil, skimming scum that floats on top.
- Lower heat, cover and simmer for about 1 ½ to 2 hours or until pork is very tender and liquid is reduced.
- Add brown sugar and stir until dissolved. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add pineapple chunks and stir to combine. Serve hot.
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Notes
- Don't skip browning the pork. Searing over high heat caramelizes the surface of the meat and adds incredible flavor.
- Don't rush. Cook low and slow to allow the fat to render and the tough, connective tissues to soften to melt-in-your-mouth tenderness.