Filipino-Style Pork Belly Tacos
A fusion of Filipino and Mexican flavors in a delicious taco. The pork belly is slow-cooked in a mixture of soy sauce, vinegar, and spices, then served in a crispy taco shell with a side of noodles.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound Pork BellyCut into 1-inch cubes
- ●1/4 cup Mildly Seasoned Filipino SauceA mixture of soy sauce, vinegar, and spices
- ●1 cup NoodlesCook according to package instructions
- ●2 tablespoons Lime JuiceFreshly squeezed
- ●1/4 cup CilantroChopped
- ●6-8 shells Taco ShellsCrispy taco shells for serving
- ●1 cup Sliced RadishesThinly sliced
- ●1 cup Sliced CucumberThinly sliced
- ●1/4 cup Sliced ScallionsThinly sliced
Instructions
- 1
In a large Dutch oven, combine the pork belly cubes, Filipino sauce, and lime juice. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then cover and transfer to the oven. Braise the pork for 2 1/2 hours, or until it is tender and caramelized.
- 2
While the pork is cooking, cook the noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- 3
When the pork is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly. Using two forks, shred the pork into bite-sized pieces.
- 4
Warm the taco shells according to package instructions. Spoon some of the shredded pork into each shell, followed by some of the cooked noodles, sliced radishes, cucumber, and scallions.
- 5
Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve immediately.