Bicol Express Heatwave

Bicol Express Heatwave is a spicy Filipino dish that will surely bring the heat to your dining table. Made with pork, coconut milk, and lots of chili peppers, this dish is not for the faint of heart. It's a perfect choice for those who love a good kick of spice in their meals.

Bicol Express Heatwave

Ingredients

  • 1 lb pork belly, sliced into thin strips
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1 cup green long chili peppers, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons shrimp paste
  • 1 tablespoon cooking oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté garlic and onion until fragrant.
  2. Add the pork belly and cook until lightly browned.
  3. Pour in the coconut milk and bring to a simmer. Add the shrimp paste and stir to combine.
  4. Add the green chili peppers and let the mixture simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the pork is tender and the sauce has thickened.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve hot with steamed rice.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
10g
Fat
25g

Supplies

Frying Pan Knife Cutting Board Wooden Spoon

Tools

Stove

Serving suggestions

Bicol Express Heatwave is best served with steamed rice to balance out the spiciness of the dish.

Tips & tricks

For a milder version, you can reduce the amount of chili peppers used in the recipe.

Cost

$15