Pork Giniling

Pork Giniling is a classic Filipino comfort food that’s as hearty as it is flavorful. This one-pan dish features tender ground pork simmered in a savory tomato-based sauce, infused with aromatics like garlic and onion, and enriched with a medley of diced vegetables including carrots, potatoes, and red bell peppers. A hint of fish sauce and soy sauce adds depth and umami, while peas lend a pop of color and sweetness. Perfectly balanced and deeply satisfying, this recipe is quick to prepare in just 45 minutes, making it an ideal weeknight meal. Serve it over steaming white rice for a warm, comforting dinner that the whole family will love. Whether you're new to Filipino cuisine or a longtime fan, Pork Giniling is a must-try dish packed with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams ground pork
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 piece medium onion, chopped
• 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 2 pieces medium ripe tomato, chopped
• 1 piece carrot, diced
• 1 piece potato, diced
• 1 piece red bell pepper, diced
• 240 ml tomato sauce
• 0.5 cup peas
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce
• 1 cup water
• to taste salt
• to taste black pepper
• 1 piece bay leaf

Directions

Step 1

In a large pan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onions and sauté until they become translucent, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and sauté for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground pork and cook until it is browned, breaking apart any clumps with a spatula, for about 5-7 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the chopped tomatoes and cook until they start to break down, about 4 minutes.

Step 6

Add the diced carrot, potato, and red bell pepper to the pan. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Pour in the tomato sauce and water. Stir thoroughly.

Step 8

Add the bay leaf, soy sauce, and fish sauce. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 9

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 10

During the last 5 minutes of cooking, add the peas and stir them into the mixture.

Step 11

Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 12

Serve hot with steamed rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1876.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2185.6

Total Fat 135.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 42.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g
Cholesterol 450mg	0%
Sodium 3097.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 92.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.8g	0%
Total Sugars 29.2g
Protein 146.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 321.6mg	0%
Iron 9.3mg	0%
Potassium 2413.3mg	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: 56.1%

Protein: 26.9%

Carbs: 17.0%