Sautéed Filipino Pork Adobo with Vinegar and Soy

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-22 · Updated 2026-05-22

Tender pork chunks braised in a tangy and savory sauce of vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, and bay leaf, capturing the essence of classic Filipino adobo. This Filipino-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 100 minutes, pairs pork shoulder, soy sauce, white vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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

• 1.5 lbs, cut into 1-inch cubes pork shoulder
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/3 cup white vinegar
• 1 cup water
• 6, crushed garlic cloves
• 1 tsp whole black peppercorns
• 3 bay leaves
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• to taste salt

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1.5 lbs pork shoulder cubes with 1/2 cup soy sauce, 1/3 cup white vinegar, 6 crushed garlic cloves, 1 tsp whole black peppercorns, and 3 bay leaves. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Remove pork from marinade (reserve marinade) and brown pork pieces on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Step 3: Pour the reserved marinade and 1 cup water into the skillet with pork. Add 1 tbsp brown sugar, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 45 minutes to 1 hour until pork is tender and sauce thickens, stirring occasionally.
4. Step 4: Taste and add salt as needed. Serve hot with steamed rice.