bicol express recipe

Are you ready to take your taste buds on a delicious adventure? Look no further than Bicol Express, a traditional Filipino dish hailing from the Bicol region that packs a flavorful punch. This dish is a creamy, spicy, and aromatic concoction that is sure to satisfy any heat seeker’s craving.

To make this dish, you will need pork belly, coconut milk, shrimp paste, green chilies, garlic, onions, and ginger. Begin by sautéing the garlic, onion, and ginger until fragrant. Add in the thinly sliced pork belly and cook until browned on all sides. Stir in the shrimp paste, sliced green chilies and coconut milk, then let it simmer until the pork is tender and the sauce has thickened.

Now comes the spicy magic! The heat level can be adjusted to your preference by adding or reducing the amount of chili peppers. If you’re a spice lover and want it to be extra hot, try adding red chili powder for an added kick.

For those who can’t handle too much heat, chop the chilies into smaller pieces and remove the seeds. If the dish is still too spicy for your liking, don’t worry, simply serve it with some rice or bread to balance out the spiciness.

Aside from the fantastic flavor, Bicol Express is also a healthy choice as it is rich in protein from the pork and the coconut milk adds healthy fats to your diet while the vegetables provide essential nutrients.

Serve your Bicol Express hot with steamed rice and enjoy an authentic taste of the Philippines in your home. Be warned though, this dish is highly addictive and you may find yourself craving it regularly.

Pork Bicol Express Recipe

Pork Bicol Express

Ingredients:

1/2 kilogram pork belly (sliced into small pieces)
2 cups coconut milk
1/4 cup shrimp paste
6-8 pieces green chilies sliced into small pieces (you can add more if you prefer it extra spicy)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
1 small onion (minced)
1 thumb-size ginger (minced)
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Sauté garlic, onion and ginger until fragrant.
Add in the thinly sliced pork belly and cook until browned on all sides.
Stir in the shrimp paste, sliced green chilies, and coconut milk until well combined.
Simmer for 30-40 minutes or until the pork is tender and the sauce has thickened.
Add salt and pepper to taste.
Serve hot with steamed rice.

Delicious Pork Bicol Express

Ingredients:

1 lb. pork (cut into small pieces)
1/2 cup shrimp paste
3-4 cups coconut milk
1 large onion (minced)
5 cloves garlic (minced)
1-2 cups long green chili pepper (chopped)
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant.
Add in the sliced pork and cook until browned on all sides.
Mix in the shrimp paste and chopped chili pepper. Let it cook for a few minutes.
Pour in the coconut milk, then let it simmer until the pork is tender and the sauce has thickened.
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
Serve hot with steamed rice.

Ingredients:

1 lb. pork (cut into small pieces)
2-3 cups coconut milk
2-3 tbsp bagoong (shrimp paste)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
1/2 onion (minced)
1 tsp ginger (minced)
6 pcs finger chili, sliced into pieces
4 pcs red chili pepper (siling labuyo), sliced into pieces (optional)
1/4 tsp ground black pepper

Instructions:

Sauté garlic, onion and ginger in a pot until fragrant.
Add the sliced pork and cook until browned on all sides.
Then, add in the shrimp paste and continue to cooking for 5 minutes.
Add the chopped finger chili and coconut milk. Cover and simmer over low heat for 20 minutes or until pork is tender.
If you want it spicier, add the sliced red chili pepper.
Add the ground black pepper and stir well.
Serve hot with rice.

So, whether you’re an adventurous foodie or simply looking for a change from your usual meal rotation, Bicol Express is worth a try. Its unmistakable flavors are sure to leave an impression on your taste buds and make you come back for more. Don’t be afraid to adjust the spiciness to your liking, this dish is versatile and can be customized to your taste preferences. Get ready to take your taste buds on a journey to the Bicol region with this delicious dish.