Low Sodium Nilagang Baboy

Experience the comforting flavors of the Philippines with this Low Sodium Nilagang Baboy, a hearty pork and vegetable stew that’s perfect for a wholesome, home-cooked meal. This lighter version of the traditional Nilagang Baboy uses lean pork shoulder simmered to tender perfection with vibrant vegetables like potatoes, carrots, cabbage, and green beans. Flavored with aromatics like onions, bay leaves, and cracked peppercorns, the broth is seasoned delicately with low sodium fish sauce and optional salt substitutes to suit a heart-healthy diet. Ready in just over an hour, this Filipino favorite is satisfying, nutritious, and best served steaming hot with a side of fluffy rice. Whether you're watching your sodium intake or simply craving a bowl of soulful comfort food, this recipe delivers all the warmth without compromising on robust flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams pork shoulder (kasim), cut into chunks
• 6 cups water
• 1 medium onion, quartered
• 1 teaspoon peppercorns, cracked
• 2 pieces bay leaves
• 3 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered
• 1 large carrot, sliced into rounds
• 1 small cabbage, chopped into large pieces
• 150 grams green beans, trimmed
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce (low sodium)
• 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt substitute or light salt (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Place the pork shoulder in a large pot, cover with 6 cups of water, and bring to a boil over high heat. Skim off any scum or impurities that rise to the surface.

Step 2

Add the quartered onion, cracked peppercorns, and bay leaves to the pot. Lower the heat to a simmer and cover the pot. Allow the pork to simmer for about 45 minutes or until the meat is tender.

Step 3

Add the potatoes and carrots to the pot. Continue to simmer for another 15 minutes until the potatoes are just tender.

Step 4

Stir in the cabbage and green beans, then cover and cook for an additional 10 minutes or until the vegetables are cooked through yet still vibrant in color.

Step 5

Season the stew with low sodium fish sauce and freshly ground black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed using a salt substitute or light salt.

Step 6

Remove from heat. Serve the Nilagang Baboy hot with steamed rice, enjoying the warm, nourishing flavors of Philippines.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3090.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1915.1

Total Fat 101.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 350mg	0%
Sodium 3494.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 154.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.5g	0%
Total Sugars 22.8g
Protein 109.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 418.0mg	0%
Iron 11.1mg	0%
Potassium 6291.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.4%

Protein: 22.2%

Carbs: 31.3%