Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pack of lumpia wrappers
- 1 block of tofu (tokwa), cut into small cubes
- 1/2 kilo of pork belly, boiled and cut into small cubes
- 1/2 cup of soy sauce
- 1/4 cup of vinegar
- 1/4 cup of water
- 1/4 cup of brown sugar
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tsp of black pepper
- 1 tsp of salt
- Cooking oil for frying
Special equipment needed:
- Deep frying pan
- Mixing bowl
- Tongs
- Paper towels
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, vinegar, water, brown sugar, onion, garlic, black pepper, and salt. Mix well until sugar is dissolved.
2. Add the cubed pork belly into the mixture and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
3. In a separate pan, fry the cubed tofu until golden brown. Set aside.
4. In the same pan, fry the marinated pork belly until crispy. Set aside.
5. Take a piece of lumpia wrapper and place a spoonful of the fried pork belly and tofu in the center.
6. Roll the wrapper tightly, tucking in the sides as you go.
7. Repeat until all the filling is used up.
8. Heat the cooking oil in a deep frying pan.
9. Fry the lumpia until golden brown and crispy.
10. Drain excess oil on paper towels.
Time:
Preparation time: 45 minutes
Cooking time: 30 minutes
Temperature:
Cooking oil temperature: 350°F
Serving size:
Makes 15-20 pieces
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 200
Fat: 10g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 12g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Pork belly can be substituted with chicken or beef.
- Brown sugar can be substituted with white sugar or honey.
- Tofu can be substituted with mushrooms or vegetables.
Variations:
- Add chopped green onions or cilantro to the filling for added flavor.
- Serve with a dipping sauce made of soy sauce, vinegar, and chili flakes.
- Make a vegetarian version by omitting the pork belly and using only tofu and vegetables.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to drain excess marinade from the pork belly to prevent the lumpia from becoming soggy.
- Use fresh lumpia wrappers for best results.
- Fry the lumpia in batches to prevent overcrowding in the pan.
Storage instructions:
Store leftover lumpia in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat lumpia in a preheated oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes or until crispy.
Presentation ideas:
Arrange the lumpia on a platter and garnish with chopped green onions or cilantro.
Garnishes:
Chopped green onions or cilantro
Pairings:
Serve with steamed rice and a side of pickled vegetables.
Suggested side dishes:
Pickled vegetables, steamed rice
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the lumpia wrapper is too dry, brush with water to moisten before rolling.
- If the lumpia wrapper is too wet, pat dry with a paper towel before rolling.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the pork belly thoroughly before using in the filling.
- Use clean and sanitized utensils and equipment when preparing the recipe.
Food history:
Tokwa't Baboy Lumpia is a Filipino dish that combines two popular dishes, Tokwa't Baboy (tofu and pork belly) and Lumpia (spring rolls).
Flavor profiles:
Savory, salty, sweet, and crispy
Serving suggestions:
Serve as an appetizer or as a main dish.
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Region: Philippine