Pork Steak

This Filipino-style pork steak features tender pork chops marinated in soy sauce and calamansi, then pan-fried and simmered until fork-tender. The savory-tangy sauce pairs perfectly with steamed rice for a satisfying home-cooked meal.

📝 Ingredients

• 4 pieces pork chops
• 5 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 pieces lime or calamansi (juiced)
• 2 pieces onions (sliced)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1/2 teaspoon granulated white sugar
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 1/2 cup cooking oil
• salt and ground black pepper (to taste)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Combine pork chops, soy sauce, and lime juice in a large bowl or resealable bag. Marinate for at least 1 hour.
2. 2Heat a pan and pour in cooking oil.
3. 3Pan fry the marinated pork chops over medium heat for 3 minutes per side. Remove the pork chops and set aside.
4. 4Using the remaining oil, sauté the garlic until it starts to brown.
5. 5Add half of the onions. Sauté until the onion softens.
6. 6Pour in the remaining marinade and water. Add back the pork chops and simmer for 45 minutes or until the pork is tender. Add water as needed.
7. 7Add the sugar, salt, and pepper, then stir.
8. 8Put in the remaining onions and cook for 3 minutes more.
9. 9Turn off heat and transfer to a serving plate.
10. 10Serve, share, and enjoy!