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Pork Morcon
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How to Cook Pork Morcon

Pork morcon is a pork version of the popular beef morcon. The traditional way of making morcon is using beef and thinly sliced until it turns into a flat piece of meat.
Prep Time12 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time57 minutes
Course: Pork Recipe
Cuisine: Filipino
Keyword: morcon, pork morcon, pork recipe
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 625kcal
Author: Manny

Ingredients

  • 1/2 kilo pork tenderloin sliced morcon style
  • 1 Tbsp. calamansi Juice
  • 1 Tbsp. soy sauce
  • 2 Tbsp. all-purpose flour

For the stuffing:

  • 1 pc egg hard boiled, sliced into 4 wedges
  • 1 pc hotdog cut into 4 strips
  • 4 strips bacon
  • 1 pc carrot cut into 3 strips
  • 1 pc pineapple slice cut into strips
  • 50 grams cheddar cheese cut into strips
  • 1 pc red bell pepper cut into strips

For the sauce:

  • 2 cloves garlic crushed
  • 1 medium onions chopped
  • 3 medium tomatoes chopped
  • 1/4 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 pc bay leaf
  • 1 1/2 cups beef broth or water
  • 1 cube beef bouillon optional
  • 1 Tbsp. breadcrumbs
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

How to make pork morcon:

  • Flatten the pork tenderloin and pound in a clean flat surface. Marinate in calamansi juice and soy sauce for 10 minutes.
  • Lay on a flat surface and starting at the edge, arrange the stuffing in alternate fashion until all the ingredients are used.
  • Roll in a jelly roll fashion and tie securely with cooking twine. Then coat with flour and brown all sides in a pan with a tablespoon of cooking oil.
  • In a saucepan, heat some cooking oil and saute garlic and onion until fragrant. Then add in the tomatoes and stir cook until soft.
  • Add in the tomato sauce, bay leaf and beef broth. If you are using water instead of beef broth, add in the beef cubes. Bring to a boil then add the pork morcon and simmer for 30 minutes or until tender. Add more water if necessary.
  • Remove the pork morcon from the pan and slice. Heat the sauce and add the bread crumbs and season with salt and pepper. Cook until the sauce is thickened then pour over the sliced morcon. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

Cooking Tips:

Flatten the Pork Evenly

For the best results, ensure that the pork tenderloin is evenly flattened. This helps the meat cook uniformly and makes rolling it with the stuffing easier. If the meat is too thick in some areas, it may cook unevenly, leaving you with a tough or undercooked dish.

Secure the Roll Tightly

When rolling the pork with the stuffing, make sure to tie it securely with cooking twine. A loose roll can cause the stuffing to spill out during cooking, compromising the presentation and flavor. Tying the roll tightly also helps the morcon maintain its shape, ensuring even cooking throughout.

Brown the Meat for Extra Flavor

Don’t skip the step of browning the rolled meat before simmering it in the sauce. Browning creates a caramelized crust that adds depth and richness to the dish. This extra layer of flavor enhances the overall taste, making the morcon more savory and satisfying.