Keto Bicol Express with Pork

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs Pork Belly
• 1 can Coconut Milk
• 2 tbsp Shrimp Paste (Bagoong)
• 1 large Onion
• 4 cloves Garlic
• 4 small Chili Peppers
• 1 inch Ginger
• 1 cup Green Beans

Instructions

1. 1Place the 1.5 lbs of pork belly in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil over high heat (212°F / 100°C) and cook for 30 minutes, or until the pork belly is tender. Drain the water, let the pork belly cool slightly for about 10 minutes, then slice it into small pieces.
2. 2While the pork belly is cooling, prepare your aromatics. Peel and finely chop the 1 large onion. Peel and mince the 4 cloves of garlic. Peel and thinly slice the 1 inch of ginger.
3. 3Place a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat (375°F / 190°C). Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and sliced ginger. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
4. 4Add the sliced pork belly and the 4 small chili peppers to the pot. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the pork belly is lightly browned.
5. 5Pour in the 1 can of coconut milk and stir in the 2 tbsp of shrimp paste (bagoong). Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring to combine everything.
6. 6Trim the ends off the 1 cup of green beans and cut them into 1-inch pieces. Add the green beans to the pot. Continue to simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the green beans are tender-crisp and the sauce has thickened slightly.
7. 7Serve the Keto Bicol Express hot.

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