Filipino Pork Tocino
main course · Filipino
Sweet-savory Filipino-style cured pork made with soy sauce, pineapple juice, garlic, and brown sugar, then pan-cooked until caramelized.
Added Aug 5, 2026
PrepPrep time
4320 min
CookCook time
20 min
ServingsServings
6 servings
Ingredients
1× yields 6 servings
2 lb pork shoulder, sliced 1/4-inch thick
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup pineapple juice
1 tbsp vinegar
6 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
3 drops red food coloring, optional
Notes
Cook over medium-low heat so the sugar and garlic do not burn. If the pan is crowded, cook the pork in batches so it stays in a single layer.
Preparation
1
Combine with , , , , , , , and in a bowl or bag.
2
Massage the pork thoroughly so the marinade coats every piece, then seal and refrigerate for about 3 days.
3
When ready to cook, arrange the pork in a single layer in a large skillet over medium-low heat.
4
Cook slowly, turning as needed, until the pork is cooked through and the sugary marinade has caramelized without burning.
5
Serve hot, ideally with steamed rice.
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