Lechon Kawali
Lechon Kawali
1 1/2 lbs pork liempo (pork belly) 3 garlic cloves, crushed 2 laurel leaves (bay leaves) 1 teaspoon peppercorns or 1/2 teaspoon black pepper salt water, for boiling oil (for frying)
Sauce:
3 tablespoons soy sauce 5 tablespoons vinegar 1 shallot, minced or 1 small onion, minced 1 garlic clove, minced chili peppers (optional)
Cut the pork belly into serving pieces then combine with the garlic, peppercorn,laurel leaves, salt and water in a pan. Bring to a boil and simmer for 35-45 minutes or until skin is tender. Drain, cool and air dry. Deep-fry liempo pieces in batches until golden brown and blisters appear on skin. Mix all the sauce ingredients and serve lechon kawali while its hot.
evaporated liquid. Drain and cut the meat from one side and separate the bones. Save 1 cup of broth. Place lettuce in a platter. Put the pata over the lettuce. Set aside.
Cooking Tip:
Boiling the pork's leg slowly and gently over low heat brings out the flavor of the meat, and keeps the meat very tender.