Garlic-Infused Pork Sisig with Sizzling Lime and Chili
A vibrant Filipino pork dish with finely chopped pork cheeks and ears sautéed with garlic, onions, and fresh chili, finished with a squeeze of lime for tangy brightness. This Filipino-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs pork cheeks and ears, garlic cloves, yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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 lb, boiled and chopped pork cheeks and ears
- 5 cloves minced garlic cloves
- 1 medium, finely chopped yellow onion
- 2, sliced thinly green chili peppers
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp calamansi or lime juice
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- to taste salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp chopped for garnish spring onions
- optional, for garnish chopped red chili
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a large cast iron skillet or heavy pan over medium-high heat. Add 5 minced garlic cloves and 1 medium finely chopped yellow onion, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
- Step 2: Add 1 lb boiled and chopped pork cheeks and ears to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until edges start to crisp and brown.
- Step 3: Stir in 2 sliced green chili peppers, 2 tbsp soy sauce, salt to taste, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes to let flavors meld.
- Step 4: Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup mayonnaise and 2 tbsp calamansi or lime juice until well combined and creamy.
- Step 5: Transfer to a sizzling plate if available or serve immediately garnished with 2 tbsp chopped spring onions and optional chopped red chili for extra heat.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Garlic-Infused Pork Sisig with Sizzling Lime and Chili take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 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-Infused Pork Sisig with Sizzling Lime and Chili?
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 pork cheeks and ears from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Garlic-Infused Pork Sisig with Sizzling Lime and Chili?
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-Infused Pork Sisig with Sizzling Lime and Chili 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-Infused Pork Sisig with Sizzling Lime and Chili?
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.
