Pro Tips
Simmering on low heat with star anise and tausi gives Humba its signature aromatic flavor that distinguishes it from adobo.
Pork Humba Special
Cebu, Visayas
A sweet, savory, and tender Visayan pork stew braised with soy sauce, vinegar, brown sugar, black bean garlic sauce (tausi), dried banana blossoms, and star anise.
Instructions
- In a heavy pot, sear pork belly chunks until lightly browned on all sides.
- Add minced garlic and chopped onions, sautéing until fragrant.
- Pour in soy sauce, vinegar, water, salted black beans, star anise, and brown sugar. Do not stir immediately.
- Bring to a boil for 5 minutes, then cover and simmer on low heat for 1 hour until pork becomes tender.
- Add dried banana blossoms and simmer for another 15 minutes until the sauce reduces into a rich glaze.
- Serve hot with steamed white rice.
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Pro Tips & Troubleshooting
Simmering on low heat with star anise and tausi gives Humba its signature aromatic flavor that distinguishes it from adobo.
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