Garlic and Vinegar Marinated Pork Sisig Stir Fry
A savory Filipino stir fry of chopped pork marinated in garlic, vinegar, and soy, stir-fried with onions and chili for a flavorful dish. This filipino-inspired pork ready in about 50 minutes pairs white vinegar, soy sauce, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 pound pork belly, chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
- 3 tbsp white vinegar
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 5 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small red chili, sliced
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp, for garnish spring onions, chopped
- for serving lime wedges
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, combine 1 pound chopped pork belly with 3 tbsp white vinegar, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 5 minced garlic cloves, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Mix well and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 medium finely chopped yellow onion and 1 sliced small red chili. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until onions are translucent and fragrant.
- Step 3: Add the marinated pork belly with its marinade to the skillet. Stir-fry for 10-12 minutes until the pork is cooked through and edges are slightly crispy.
- Step 4: Adjust seasoning if needed and remove from heat. Sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped spring onions over the top.
- Step 5: Serve immediately with lime wedges for squeezing over the pork for a bright finish.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Garlic and Vinegar Marinated Pork Sisig Stir Fry take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (35 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Garlic and Vinegar Marinated Pork Sisig Stir Fry?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep white vinegar from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Garlic and Vinegar Marinated Pork Sisig Stir Fry?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Garlic and Vinegar Marinated Pork Sisig Stir Fry for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Garlic and Vinegar Marinated Pork Sisig Stir Fry?
Filipino pork like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
