Only 8 easy pork binagoongan ingredients are all you need to make this delicious pork binagoongan recipe in under 20 minutes! Tender pork belly is simmered in a tart shrimp paste sauce that is too good spooned over rice! Simple and oh so tasty!
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Interested in making pork binagoongan? So simple! These pork binagoongan ingredients are super easy to find and cook under 20 minutes in a savory, tart sauce!
Using tasty pork belly combined with shrimp paste, seasoning, and vinegar, this Filipino dish has so much flavor!
Plus, I’ll share the top ingredients for these authentic Filipino recipes you should always have! (don’t worry—they are all crazy cheap!)
This post will go over everything you need to know about these pork binagoongan ingredients.
Recipe difficulty: Totally beginner level cooking!
So, what is the best pork binagoongan recipe? Honestly, it’s just simple ingredients within a no-fuss recipe! Using both tasty and economical ingredients, this pork binagoongan recipe is made in one-pot for a Filipino favorite dish! (Trust me, it will totally be worth it in the end!)
Sam’s Pro Tips for these Pork Binagoongan Ingredients
Buy the Pork Belly Already Diced to Save Time!
Similar to our Flavorful Filipino Sinigang Recipe with Pork Belly, we like to buy the pork already diced in large cubes!
Every minute of our day is important, so save yourselves some time and buy the pork belly already cut in large cubes!
There are options to buy it already sliced or have the butcher cut it for you. This is a great option as all you literally have to do when you get home is wash the meat and throw it in the pot! You’re done!
Don’t Overcook the Pork Belly!
The first step in this pork belly binagoongan recipe is to brown each side of the pork belly for 2-3 minutes. Don’t worry, the pork belly will continue cooking in the sauce!
The pork belly will later simmer with the rest of the condiments and seasoning for another 10 minutes. Overcooked pork belly tastes like rubber and is hard! Not good!
By simmering the pork belly with the other pork binagoongan ingredients, it will also absorb the flavoring of the sauce and become nice and juicy!
Adjust the Flavor of the Shrimp Paste
Bagoong, or shrimp paste, definitely has a strong flavor! As in a little goes a long way!
If the shrimp paste is too strong for you, adjust the sauce with more water to dilute the intensity of the shrimp paste.
Or start with less of the measurements provided for the shrimp paste in our simple pork binagoongan recipe and adjust accordingly!
Key Pork Binagoongan Ingredients
Below are some key and optional ingredients for this recipe:
- Pork belly: Pork binagoongan is typically made using either pork belly or pork spareribs. This type of cut gives an incredible flavor to the sauce and will be super tender as it simmers with the other ingredients. Like my mouth is watering thinking about it…
- Shrimp paste: One of the main pork binagoongan ingredients! Remember, a little goes a long way! Start with less than the measurements provided if this is the first time using.
- Garlic: 5 cloves of garlic are minced to add to this pork belly recipe with sauce. The garlic will simmer with the onion, tomato, and pork belly to give a nice, herbed flavor to the meat.
- Onion: Dice half an onion and have this boil with the pork belly to add to the rich flavor!
- Tomato: Use one LARGE tomato in this simple pork binagoongan recipe. The tomato will release its juice when cooked and it totally adds to the taste of the sauce.
- Water: Water is added to create the sauce base. Remember, you can dilute the shrimp paste with more of the water if needed!
- Cane vinegar: Cane vinegar is extremely popular in Filipino cooking! If you need help finding this, download our Top 5 Crazy-Cheap Ingredients You Need for Filipino Cooking and Where to Find It from my free resource library!
- Red chili flakes: Spice up these pork binagoongan ingredients with red chili flakes for a spicy kick! The red chili flakes totally add to the sauce and compliments the shrimp paste well!
Optional
- Sugar: Balance the sauce with a pinch of sugar for a sweet and savory blend to the sauce.
- Green onion: Top our pork belly binagoongan recipe with diced green onions for greenery and a touch of freshness! So pretty!
More Variations to these Pork Binagoongan Ingredients
There are a few ways you can variate these pork binagoongan ingredients. Here’s how:
- Fry the pork belly! Make this a crispy pork binagoongan recipe by frying the pork belly with canola oil. Fry the pork belly separately from the sauce to crisp the skin and toss into the sauce when ready!
- Give it a try with chicken! Make this a chicken binagoongan recipe using chicken! I personally haven’t had this with chicken, but have seen these recipes as an alternative to the pork belly! (If you tried this, let me know in the comments below!)
- What can I pair with this dish? This dish is already filling by itself! However, for other delicious options, plan to serve a sweet treat to balance out the spice like our Perfectly Sweet and Crispy Filipino Turon Recipe | Fried Banana Rolls or Easy Filipino Biko Recipe with Toasted Coconut | Sweet Sticky Rice Cake. The perfect additions to the dinner table!
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Pork Binagoongan Ingredients | Only 8-Ingredients in 4 Easy Steps
Ingredients
- 1 pound pork belly diced in large cubes
- ⅛ cup shrimp paste + 1 Tablespoon
- ½ onion diced
- 5 garlic cloves peeled and minced
- 1 large tomato diced
- ½ cup water
- ¼ cup cane vinegar
- ¼ teaspoon red chili flakes
- olive oil
Optional
- green onion diced
- pinch of sugar
Instructions
- In a large sauté pan over medium-high heat, add the olive oil. Once heated, brown each side of the pork belly for 2-3 minutes until the outside is no longer pink.
- Reduce the heat to medium. Add the onion, garlic, and tomato. Stir to combine with the pork belly and cook just until the onion softens.
- Add the shrimp paste and red chili flakes to the pan. Stir to combine. Once mixed together, add the water and vinegar. Cover and simmer over medium heat for 10 minutes.
- Remove the cover and continue to cook uncovered for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens. Season with additional red chili flakes if desired. Garnish with green onions and a pinch of sugar if using. Enjoy!
Notes
- If the shrimp paste is too strong, adjust the sauce with more water to dilute the intensity of the shrimp paste. Or start with less of the measurements provided for the shrimp paste if this is your first time and adjust accordingly.
- If you need help finding cane vinegar, download our Top 5 Crazy-Cheap Ingredients You Need for Filipino Cooking and Where to Find It from my free resource library.
- Refer to Sam’s Pro Tips for these Pork Binagoongan Ingredients for further details.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Binagoongan in English?
Binagoongan or a pork shrimp paste dish in English, is a Filipino authentic dish.
What can I cook with Bagoong?
Bagoong pairs great with pork belly and adds to the rich sauce the pork belly simmers in.
How do you make Binagoongang baboy crispy?
Fry the pork belly with canola oil to crisp the skin and toss into the shrimp paste sauce when ready.
How long does pork binagoongan last?
This pork binagoongan recipe can last 3-4 days in the refrigerator and should be consumed within this time frame for optimal flavor.
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