Dinuguan, also known as "blood stew" or "chocolate meat," is a Filipino savory dish made from pork offal and/or meat simmered in a rich, spicy blood-based gravy. Here's a basic recipe for making dinuguan:
INGREDIENTS
1 kg pork belly, cut into cubes
1/2 kg pork offal (such as liver, heart, and kidneys), cleaned and diced
2 cups pork blood
2 cups vinegar
1 onion, finely chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 bay leaves
2 tablespoons oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3-4 pieces green chili peppers (siling haba)
1 tablespoon fish sauce (patis) or salt to taste
Quick pasta cooking:
8 ounces (about 225 grams) of your preferred pasta (spaghetti, penne, fettuccine, etc.)
Water for boiling
Salt, to taste
1.Boil Water:
Fill a pot with salted water and bring it to a boil.
2. Add Pasta:
Drop pasta into boiling water and cook to al dente, stirring occasionally.
3. Check Doneness:
Taste a piece a minute before suggested time; it should be firm but cooked (Al dente).
Some people prefer to rinse the pasta under cold water to stop the cooking process and cool it down, especially if you're making a cold pasta salad. However, for hot dishes, skipping this step is common.
INSTRUCTIONS
1.Prepare the Pork:
In a pot, boil the pork belly and offal in water until tender. Drain and set aside.
2. Make the Dinuguan Sauce:
In a separate pot, sauté garlic and onions in oil until aromatic.
Add the boiled pork belly and offal. Cook until slightly browned.
Pour in vinegar and let it simmer for about 2-3 minutes to reduce the acidity.
Add pork blood and stir continuously to prevent clotting. Allow it to simmer for about 5-7 minutes.
3. Season the Dish:
Season with salt, pepper, and fish sauce (patis). Adjust the seasoning according to your taste.
4. Serve:
Once the dinuguan has reached your desired thickness and flavor, remove it from heat.
Toss the pasta with the dinuguan. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Note: Some variations of dinuguan may include coconut milk for a creamier texture, and others might include additional spices or ingredients. Adjust the recipe based on your preferences.
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