Filipino Pork Sisig

Experience the bold and savory flavors of Filipino Pork Sisig, a beloved classic from the Philippines that perfectly balances crispy, tender, and tangy elements in every bite. This recipe combines grilled pork face or cheeks, finely chopped pork liver, and a medley of onions and red chili peppers, all brought together with the zing of calamansi juice and the rich creaminess of mayonnaise. The pork is first boiled until tender, then grilled to achieve a slightly crispy texture before being stir-fried in butter for maximum flavor. Traditionally served sizzling on a hot plate, this dish is ideal as a main course paired with steamed rice or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Celebrate Filipino cuisine with this sizzling masterpiece, bursting with authentic flavors and textures that are sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:120 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 kg pork face or cheeks
• 200 g pork liver
• 1 large onion
• 4 tablespoons calamansi juice
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 3 pieces red chili peppers
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 pinch salt
• 2 cups water

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the pork. Place the pork face or cheeks in a large pot with enough water to cover the meat. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and let it simmer for about 45 minutes until the pork is tender.

Step 2

Remove the pork from the pot and allow it to cool down. Once cooled, grill the pork until it turns slightly crispy, then chop into small, fine pieces. Set aside.

Step 3

In another pot, boil the pork liver in water for about 10 minutes, or until cooked through. Let it cool down, then chop finely.

Step 4

Finely chop the onion and the red chili peppers. Set aside.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped grilled pork, chopped liver, chopped onions, and chopped chili peppers.

Step 6

Add the calamansi juice, soy sauce, ground black pepper, and salt to the pork mixture. Stir thoroughly to integrate all flavors.

Step 7

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt the butter. Once melted, add the pork mixture and stir-fry for about 10 minutes. Allow the flavors to meld while stirring occasionally.

Step 8

Mix in the mayonnaise into the sisig, stirring carefully to coat all the ingredients evenly.

Step 9

Transfer the sisig to a sizzling plate heated over a stovetop for a more authentic serving style, or serve directly from the skillet if a sizzling plate is unavailable.

Step 10

Serve hot with a side of rice or as an appetizer along with some additional calamansi and soy sauce for drizzling.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2109.6 grams (2109.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3522

Total Fat 265.70g	341%
Saturated Fat 88.70g	444%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.80g
Cholesterol 1413mg	471%
Sodium 2989mg	130%
Total Carbohydrate 48.80g	18%
Dietary Fiber 5.50g	20%
Total Sugars 15.30g
Protein 230.70g	461%

Vitamin D 103IU	513%
Calcium 230mg	18%
Iron 63mg	352%
Potassium 3987mg	85%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 68.1%

Protein: 26.3%

Carbs: 5.6%