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Pork Intestines Asado
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How to Cook Pork Intestines Asado

Pork Intestines Asado is a savory, slow-cooked Filipino dish where tender pork intestines are simmered in a flavorful mix of soy sauce, spices, and sugar, offering a rich, aromatic taste.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Course: Pork Recipe
Cuisine: Filipino
Keyword: asadong bituka ng baboy, exotic dish, Filipino dish, pork intestine asado
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 354kcal
Author: Manny

Ingredients

  • 1 kilo pork intestines small intestines
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 5 to 6 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 Tbsp. salt
  • 2 Tbsp. soy sauce
  • 1/2 pc bay leaf
  • 1 pc petal sanque or star anise
  • 1/2 tsp. ground pepper
  • 1 Tbsp peppercorn

Instructions

How to Cook Pork Intestines Asado:

  • Clean intestines very well. Boil in water for 3 minutes. Drain.
  • Place in a pan, add soy sauce, sugar and water. Then boil.
  • Lower temperature then continue cooking until sauce thickens.
  • Add 1 more cup water, salt, peppercorns, pepper, sanque, and bay leaf. Cover.
  • Simmer for 1 hour or until done.
  • Slice intestines into 1 and 1/2 inch long. Serve with pickled papaya or pickled radish.

Notes

Cooking Tips:

Thoroughly Clean the Pork Intestines

The intestines must first be boiled then scrubbed so that all the dirt is loosened off, followed by thorough running water washing. It is preferred to soak the guts in salt solution first for cleanliness and to get rid of stench odors.

Slow Simmer for Tender Texture

One needs to be patient in the preparation process in order to get it just right to such texture that falls tenderly and melts in the mouth. Then bring the sauce to the boil and reduce the heat, thus putting it to simmer for almost an hour. This slow cooking process aids in the proper absorption of flavors while ensuring that the meat remains soft.

Harmonize for the Blend of Sweet and Salty Flavours

Soy sauce and sugar balance the overall flavor, but the degree of sweetness naturally will depend on your preference: adding more sugar to create a sweeter end product or using less to make it saltier. Adding star anise or bay leaves to the simmering process will give you dimensions and depths in the sauce.