Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1.5 kg pork leg (pata), cut into serving pieces
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup oyster sauce
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup rice wine
- 1 head garlic, minced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cups water
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 kg long beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
Special equipment needed:
- Large pot or Dutch oven with lid
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, combine the pork leg, soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, rice wine, garlic, onion, water, black pepper, and salt. Mix well.
2. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot with a lid. Let it simmer for 2 hours or until the pork is tender.
3. Add the long beans to the pot and continue to simmer for another 10 minutes or until the beans are cooked but still crisp.
4. Serve hot with rice.
- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 2 hours and 10 minutes
Temperature:
- Simmer over low heat
Serving size:
- 6-8 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 450
- Total fat: 20g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
- Sodium: 1500mg
- Total carbohydrates: 30g
- Dietary fiber: 4g
- Sugars: 20g
- Protein: 35g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Pork leg can be substituted with pork belly or beef brisket.
- Rice wine can be substituted with sherry or white wine.
Variations:
- Add sliced shiitake mushrooms to the pot for an extra umami flavor.
- Use green beans or snap peas instead of long beans.
Tips and tricks:
- To make the pork more tender, you can marinate it in the sauce overnight before cooking.
- If the sauce is too thin, you can thicken it by mixing 1 tbsp cornstarch with 1/4 cup water and adding it to the pot.
Storage instructions:
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat in a pot over low heat until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve in a large bowl or platter with the long beans arranged around the pork.
Garnishes:
- Garnish with chopped scallions or cilantro.
Pairings:
- Serve with steamed rice and a side of stir-fried vegetables.
Suggested side dishes:
- Stir-fried bok choy
- Steamed broccoli
- Chinese-style fried rice
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the pork is tough, it may not have cooked long enough. Simmer for an additional 30 minutes or until tender.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the pork to an internal temperature of 145°F to ensure it is safe to eat.
Food history:
- Pata Tim is a Filipino-Chinese dish that originated in the Philippines during the Spanish colonial period.
Flavor profiles:
- Savory, sweet, umami
Serving suggestions:
- Serve family-style in the center of the table for everyone to share.
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