Sinantomas
Try Quezon Province version of pork kaldereta! Braised in soy sauce, pineapple juice, and ketchup, Sinantomas is hearty, tasty and perfect with steamed rice.
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 799kcal
Ingredients
- 2 pounds pork spare ribs, cut into 1 ½ inch size
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup banana ketchup
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- ¼ cup canola oil
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered
- 1 onion, peeled and sliced thinly
- 3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup frozen green peas, thawed
- ½ cup shredded American processed cheese (I like Eden brand)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine spare ribs, pineapple juice, soy sauce, ketchup, salt, and pepper. Marinate for about 20 to 30 minutes. Drain meat well and reserve liquid.
- In a wide pan over medium heat, heat oil. Add potatoes and cook until lightly browned. With a slotted spoon, remove from pan and set aside.
- Remove oil except for about 1 tablespoon. Add onions and garlic and cook until softened.
- Add pork and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned.
- Add reserved marinade and water. Bring to a boil, skimming scum that floats on top.
- Lower heat, cover, and simmer until meat is tender.
- Add potatoes and cook for about 3 to 4 minutes or until tender.
- Add green peas and cheese. Continue to cook until green peas are heated, cheese is melted and sauce is reduced.
- Season with additional salt, if needed. Serve hot.
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Notes
- You can use fresh tomatoes or tomato sauce in place of ketchup.
- You can substitute Japanese yam (camote) for the potatoes for an extra touch of sweetness.
Nutrition
Calories: 799kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 57g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Cholesterol: 144mg | Sodium: 2776mg | Potassium: 1170mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 520IU | Vitamin C: 35.9mg | Calcium: 272mg | Iron: 6.5mg