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Dairy-Free Lechon Kawali with Mang Tomas

A Filipino dish of crispy fried pork belly, served with the traditional Mang Tomas sauce. This recipe is dairy-free and egg-free. Ensuring it remains safe for those with allergies, while enjoying the savory and crispy Lechon Kawali.

70m4 servings
DAIRY-freeEGG-free
700 cal|30g protein|5g carbs|60g fat

Ingredients

  • about 910 g Pork Belly
  • 6 cups Water
  • 1 tbsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Black Peppercorns
  • 2 leaves Bay Leaves
  • 4 cups Vegetable Oil
  • 1 bottle Mang Tomas All-Purpose Sauce

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

  1. 1In a large pot, combine pork belly, water, salt, peppercorns, and bay leaves.
  2. 2Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 45 minutes, or until pork is tender.
  3. 3Remove pork belly from the pot and let it cool.
  4. 4Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 175°C.
  5. 5Fry the pork belly for 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
  6. 6Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
  7. 7Serve hot with Mang Tomas sauce.

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