Pork Pochero with Chickpeas & Saba Banana
This nostalgic dish 🏠💕 brings back warm, comforting childhood memories of my father’s cooking. 👨🍳👴 Pochero is a Filipino family favorite that combines the heartiness of pork 🥩 with the unique sweetness of saba banana 🍌, creating a flavor profile that’s truly special. 🌟😋
It’s a one-pot wonder 🥘🔮 that’s both nourishing and satisfying! 💪😌 The mix of textures - from tender pork to soft bananas and crisp vegetables - makes every bite an adventure. 🎢👅 The aroma that fills the house as it simmers is simply incredible! 🏡💨👃
While it may seem exotic 🌴, it’s actually quite simple to prepare 🔪👌, making it perfect for introducing your family to Filipino cuisine. 👨👩👧👦🇵🇭 This treasured recipe from my homeland is one I’m thrilled to share with the world! 🌏🤗
It’s a taste of my childhood 👧, reimagined in my Irish kitchen 🇮🇪👩🍳 - a true culinary bridge between cultures. 🍽️ Give it a try and let the flavors transport you to the Philippines! ✈️🏝️
Ingredients
Cooking Procedure
- 🔥 Heat oil in wok over medium heat.
- 🧑🍳 Sauté pork with onion, garlic, tomatoes, and chilies.
- 🥩 When pork browns, season with salt, pepper, and fish sauce.
- 💧 Add hot water, cover, and bring to a boil.
- ⏲️ Lower heat and simmer for 30 minutes until pork is tender.
- 🍌 Add saba banana and cabbage. Simmer 5 minutes.
- 🥫 Add soy sauce and bouillon cube. Stir well.
- 🥬 Add pak choi and simmer 5 more minutes.
- 🍚 Serve hot with rice. Enjoy your comforting pochero! 😊