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Tocino (Version 7)
 
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Prep Time: 4320 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
Ready In: 4335 Minutes
Servings: 6
Version 7
Ingredients:
1 1/2 lbs pork butt (sliced to 1/4-inch thick)
1 cup sugar
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon garlic powder
2 -3 drops red food coloring
water
oil
Directions:
1. In a bowl, combine pork, sugar, salt, garlic and red food coloring.
2. Massage curing mixture on meat until well-distributed and pork slices are evenly colored.
3. Store in a covered container or ziplock bag and refrigerate 1 or 2 days to cure.
4. In a pan, place pork including marinade and enough water to cover.
5. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook until meat is tender and cooked through, adding more water in 1/2 cup increments as needed.
6. When water is completely absorbed, add about 1 to 2 tablespoons of oil and cook, stirring regularly, until meat caramelizes.
7. Serve with rice and fried eggs, if desired.
By RecipeOfHealth.com