Aloha Porkchop Recipe

Fried pork chops are great, but sometimes you want something with a little bit of sauce.  This sweet and saucy pork chop version blends Filipino pantry favorites with tropical notes for a comforting, exciting meal.

This Hawaiian inspired recipe, with banana ketchup, pineapple juice, and a hint of vinegar, this dish offers the perfect balance of sweet and savory. Bell peppers and raisins add pops of color and contrast.

Serve with rice and enjoy a Simpol meal na siguradong mauubos!

Ingredients:

Set A – Brining

• 8 pcs pork chops (1kilo pork)

• 1 tbsp salt

• 1/2 cup water

Set B – Sauce Mixture

• 1 cup pineapple juice

• 3 tbsp soy sauce

• 2 tbsp vinegar

• 1 1/2 tbsp banana ketchup

• 6 tbsp brown sugar

• 1 tbsp cornstarch

Set C – Stir-Fry & Simmer

• Cooking oil

• 1 onion, sliced

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 star anise

• 3 laurel leaves

• Raisins (as desired)

• 1 cup pineapple chunks

• 1 red bell pepper, sliced

• 1 green bell pepper, sliced

• Black pepper to taste

Instructions:

Set A – Brine the Meat

1. Brine porkchops with salt and water and set aside for at least 30 mins. Drain and pat dry.
   Simpol Tip: Brining keeps chops juicy and tasty!

Set B – Make the Sauce

   1. Mix all the sauce ingredients and set aside.

Set C – Cook the Dish

1. Brown Pork by searing on both sides and set aside.

2. Sauté onion, garlic, star anise and laurel in oil.

3. Put back pork in the pan and pour premixed sauce and allow to simmer until pork cooked through and  tender. Stir occasionally.

4. Add raisins  (if using) and pineapple and cook for 3 minutes.

5. Add bell peppers and cook briefly.
   Simpol Tip: Keep bell peppers slightly crisp for the best texture!

Simpol Cooking Notes:
Sweet, tangy, and savory. This dish is built for family-style meals. Reheats well and gets even tastier the next day. Optional: Add siling labuyo for heat!