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How to Cook Sprite Pork Adobo

Sprite Pork Adobo is a delectable Filipino dish that combines tender pork belly strips with a savory-sweet sauce infused with the surprising fizz and tang of Sprite or 7-Up, creating a delightful twist on a classic favorite.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Course: Pork Recipe
Cuisine: Filipino
Keyword: adobong baboy, pork adobo with sprite, sprite pork adobo
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 332kcal
Author: Manny

Ingredients

  • 1/2 kilo pork belly strips cut into an inch wide
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp. black peppercorns cracked
  • 1 cup Sprite or 7-Up softdrinks
  • 3 pcs laurel leaves
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 pc onion minced
  • 2 Tbsp. cooking oil
  • 1/2 Tbsp. oyster sauce

Instructions

How to Cook Sprite Pork Adobo:

  • Wash and clean pork belly strips and slice into 1 inch wide. Set aside.
  • Heat cooking oil in a pan and saute garlic and onion until fragrant. Add in the pork belly and saute until slightly brown.
  • Then pour the soy sauce, oyster sauce and vinegar. Do not stir. Add in pepper and laurel leaves. Pour the sprite and bring to a boil.
  • Simmer for 30 to 35 minutes until tender and the fat is rendered. Then stir and remove the rendered fat from the pan.
  • Add 1 cup water and bring to a boil and simmer until the sauce it reduced into half. Turn off heat and transfer to a serving dish and enjoy!

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Notes

Cooking Tips for Sprite Pork Adobo:

Sauté the Garlic and Onion First

For the best depth of flavor, start by sautéing the garlic and onion until they’re golden brown and fragrant. This helps release their natural oils, creating a savory base that infuses every bite of the pork. Adding pork to this aromatic mixture allows the meat to soak in even more flavor from the start.

Let the Pork Simmer Without Stirring

After adding the vinegar and Sprite, avoid stirring right away to let the vinegar tenderize the pork. This step ensures that the meat absorbs the flavors fully, giving the adobo a rich, balanced taste. Allowing it to simmer undisturbed for the first few minutes will give you a tender and flavorful dish.

Skim Off Excess Fat for a Lighter Sauce

As the Sprite and pork belly cook down, some fat will render into the sauce—skim this off for a lighter, less greasy finish. This simple step helps bring out the sweetness of the Sprite and the savory sauce without being too heavy. Removing excess fat makes for a more balanced, clean-tasting dish while keeping the flavors intact.