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Filipino-Style Pork Bites with a Kiss of Bitter
Crispy pork bites infused with the flavors of the Philippines and a hint of bitterness. Perfect for a quick snack or appetizer.
⏱27 min🍽4 servings📊medium
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Ingredients
- ●1 pound Pork shoulderCut into small cubes
- ●1 cup Filipino-style breadingSee notes for homemade breading recipe
- ●1/2 cup Bitter melonDiced
- ●1/2 cup Bread crumbsOptional
- ●1 EggBeaten
- ●to taste Salt
- ●to taste Pepper
- ●1/4 cup Olive oilFor frying
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
In a bowl, mix together the pork cubes, Filipino-style breading, bitter melon, bread crumbs, egg, salt, and pepper.
- 3
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- 4
Using a spoon, drop small balls of the pork mixture into the oil and flatten slightly.
- 5
Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the bottoms are golden brown.
- 6
Transfer the pork bites to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 7
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until cooked through.
- 8
Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.