Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/2 pound ground pork
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
- 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
- 1/2 cup diced yellow onion
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- 12 pieces Inipit
Special Equipment Needed:
- Large skillet
- Wooden spoon
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add the ground pork and cook, stirring occasionally, until the pork is browned and cooked through, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper and cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
4. Add the bell peppers, onion, and chicken broth and stir to combine.
5. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
6. Stir in the tomato paste and cilantro and cook for 1 minute.
7. Remove the skillet from the heat and let cool slightly.
8. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
9. Place the Inipit on a baking sheet and spoon the pork and pepper mixture onto each Inipit.
10. Bake for 10 minutes, or until the Inipit are golden and crispy.
11. Serve warm.
Time:
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Temperature: 350°F
Serving Size: 12 pieces
Nutritional Information (per serving):
Calories: 150
Fat: 8g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Protein: 10g
Substitutions for Ingredients
- Vegetable oil: olive oil
- Ground pork: ground turkey
- Chicken broth: vegetable broth
Variations:
- Add 1/2 cup of cooked black beans to the pork and pepper mixture for a protein-packed variation.
- Substitute ground beef for the ground pork.
- Add 1/2 cup of diced jalapeno peppers for a spicy variation.
Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure to cook the pork until it is browned and cooked through.
- Let the pork and pepper mixture cool slightly before spooning it onto the Inipit.
Storage Instructions:
Store the Inipit with pork and peppers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating Instructions:
Reheat the Inipit in a 350°F oven for 5 minutes, or until heated through.
Presentation Ideas:
Serve the Inipit with pork and peppers with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of chopped fresh cilantro.
Garnishes:
Sour cream, chopped fresh cilantro
Pairings:
Serve with a side of refried beans and a green salad.
Suggested Side Dishes:
Refried beans, green salad
Troubleshooting Advice:
If the Inipit are not golden and crispy after baking, increase the oven temperature to 375°F and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
Food Safety Advice:
Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours of cooking.
Food History:
Inipit is a Filipino snack made with flour, eggs, and sugar. It is traditionally served with a variety of savory fillings.
Flavor Profiles:
This dish has a savory flavor with a hint of smokiness from the smoked paprika.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve the Inipit with pork and peppers as an appetizer or as a main course with a side of refried beans and a green salad.
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Region: Filipino