Estofadong Baboy

Method

1. In a pot, combine the pork, soy sauce, vinegar, brown sugar, sliced onion, minced garlic, bay leaves, peppercorns, water, and oil.
2. Bring to a boil over medium heat without stirring for the first couple of minutes so the vinegar can cook off slightly.
3. Lower the heat, cover, and simmer 45–60 minutes until the pork is tender and flavourful.
4. While the pork simmers, pan fry the thick saba banana slices in a little oil until golden on both sides. Set aside.
5. When the pork is tender, add the fried saba slices to the pot and simmer another 10 minutes so they absorb the sauce.
6. Continue reducing the sauce uncovered until it becomes slightly syrupy and coats the pork and bananas.
7. Taste and adjust sweetness and sourness with a little more sugar or vinegar as you like, then serve hot with steamed rice.