Cebu-Style Pork Belly and Shrimp Fried Rice

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Cebu-Style Pork Belly and Shrimp Fried Rice.

1. Step 1

   Begin by placing the pork belly in a mixing bowl, then add cooking wine, oyster sauce, cornstarch, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper.

2. Step 2

   Combine these ingredients thoroughly and let the mixture marinate in the refrigerator for a minimum of 20 minutes to enhance the flavors.

3. Step 3

   While the pork is marinating, heat vegetable oil in a pot over medium-high heat.

4. Step 4

   Toss in minced garlic and chopped shallots, sautéing them until they release their fragrant aroma, which should take about a minute.

5. Step 5

   Next, introduce the marinated pork belly to the pot, frying it until it achieves a beautiful golden brown, roughly six minutes.

6. Step 6

   Pour in water along with light and dark soy sauces, then cover the pot and bring the mixture to a vigorous boil.

7. Step 7

   Once boiling, lower the heat to medium and allow it to simmer until the pork becomes tender and the liquid reduces by half, which will take around 30 minutes.

8. Step 8

   As the stew simmers, prepare the shrimp by mixing cornstarch with a splash of water to create a smooth slurry.

9. Step 9

   When the stew reaches a boil again, add the shrimp and peas, cooking until the shrimp turns a lovely pink, about two minutes.

10. Step 10

    Quickly stir in the cornstarch slurry, continuing to cook and stir until the gravy thickens, which should take about seven to ten minutes.

11. Step 11

    In a separate wok, heat oil over medium-high heat and sauté garlic until fragrant, about a minute.

12. Step 12

    Increase the heat to high and add the cooked rice, breaking it apart with a spatula.

13. Step 13

    Stir-fry for three to five minutes until the rice is fluffy and heated through.

14. Step 14

    Add oyster sauce and soy sauce to the rice, stirring until everything is well combined and the rice is perfectly fluffy, which should take another three minutes.

15. Step 15

    Drizzle the remaining sesame oil over the rice for an extra touch of flavor.

16. Step 16

    Finally, serve the fried rice in bowls, generously topping each with a hearty portion of the savory pork and shrimp stew, creating a delightful meal that’s sure to impress.