Tulapho (maiale fritto croccante)

Ingredienti

• 1 lb. pork belly (sliced)
• 4 pieces dried bay leaves
• 1 1/2 tablespoons rock salt or coarse sea salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 4 cups water

Preparazione

1. 1

   Pour water in a cooking pot. Bring to a boil.

2. 2

   Add salt, pepper, and bay leaves.

3. 3

   Slide-in the pork and let the water re-boil. Cover and boil in medium heat until the pork gets tender. You can add more water if needed.

4. 4

   Once the pork is tender, remove the cover. Adjust the heat to medium and then cook while stirring until the water completely evaporates.

5. 5

   Continue to fry the pork in its own oil while constantly flipping it over until it turns golden brown.

6. 6

   Remove the pork from the cooking pot or pan and transfer to plate with paper towel.

7. 7

   You can serve it as it is or use it as an ingredient in other Filipino dishes. Enjoy!