Pork Steak Recipe

Pork Steak is a flavorful and tender Filipino dish often made from marinated pork shoulder or pork chops, simmered in soy sauce, calamansi (or lemon), and onions. It’s a comforting dish that’s easy to make and great with steamed rice. Here’s a simple and delicious Pork Steak recipe:

Ingredients:

• 4 pork steaks or pork shoulder chops (about 1 inch thick)
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup calamansi juice (or lemon juice)
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium onion, sliced into rings
• 1/2 cup water
• 2 tablespoons cooking oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: a pinch of sugar (to balance the flavors)

Instructions:

1. Marinate the Pork:

   • In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, calamansi juice (or lemon juice), black pepper, and minced garlic. Mix well.
   • Add the pork steaks to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours for more flavor.

2. Pan-fry the Pork:

   • Heat cooking oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
   • Remove the pork steaks from the marinade (reserve the marinade for later) and fry each piece for about 3-5 minutes per side or until browned. Remove the pork and set aside.

3. Cook the Onion:

   • In the same pan, sauté the onion rings until they become soft and translucent. You can add a bit more oil if necessary.

4. Simmer with Marinade:

   • Return the pork steaks to the pan, then pour in the reserved marinade and water. Let it simmer over low heat for 15-20 minutes, or until the pork is tender.
   • Add a pinch of sugar (optional) to balance the flavors. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.

5. Serve:

   • Once the pork is tender and the sauce has thickened slightly, remove from heat.
   • Serve hot with steamed rice, topped with the cooked onions and the flavorful sauce.

Tips:

• Tenderize the Meat: For an extra tender pork steak, you can pound the pork steaks lightly before marinating them.
• Optional Ingredients: Some variations of pork steak add a bit of Worcestershire sauce or a splash of vinegar to the marinade for an extra punch of flavor.
• Onions: Feel free to add more onions if you love them! They add sweetness to the dish.

This Pork Steak is best served with a generous portion of rice to soak up the savory, citrusy sauce. It’s a satisfying dish for lunch or dinner!