Bicol Express (Spicy Pork in Coconut Milk)

Method

1. 1

   Heat oil in a pot; sauté the onion and garlic until softened, about 3 minutes.

2. 2

   Stir in the shrimp paste and cook 1 minute until fragrant.

3. 3

   Add the pork and brown lightly on all sides.

4. 4

   Pour in the coconut milk and simmer uncovered 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

5. 5

   Add both the birds eye and green chilies; cook 5 minutes more, until the sauce thickens and the oil rises.

   💡 Done when the sauce 'breaks' — coconut oil beading on top is the finish line.

6. 6

   Serve with a lot of rice. You'll want the rice.