Fried Tofu And Pork (tokwa't Baboy)
Fried Tofu and Pork (Tokwa't Baboy) is a popular Filipino Chinese dish that combines crispy fried tofu and tender pork, served with a tangy soy-vinegar dipping sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 block firm tofu, cut into cubes
- 1/2 lb pork belly, sliced into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup vinegar
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon whole peppercorns
- 2 green chilies, sliced (optional)
- 2 cups cooking oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, vinegar, onion, garlic, and whole peppercorns to make the dipping sauce. Set aside.
- Heat the cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry the tofu cubes until golden brown and crispy. Remove from the pan and drain on paper towels.
- In the same pan, fry the pork belly until cooked through and crispy. Remove from the pan and drain on paper towels.
- Arrange the fried tofu and pork on a serving platter. Serve with the soy-vinegar dipping sauce and sliced green chilies, if desired.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 25 minutes
- Total time:
- 45 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 320 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Fat
- 18g
Supplies
Frying pan Serving platter
Tools
Knife Cutting board Bowl Tongs
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestion: Enjoy tokwa't baboy with steamed rice and a side of pickled vegetables.
Tips & tricks
Tip: Make sure to drain the fried tofu and pork on paper towels to remove excess oil before serving.
Cost
$10