Tocilog

Start your day with the ultimate Filipino breakfast classic, 'Tocilog'—a delightful trio of sweet and savory pork tocino, garlicky fried rice, and perfectly cooked sunny-side-up eggs. This dish combines tender slices of marinated pork shoulder, caramelized in a rich blend of soy sauce, brown sugar, and aromatic garlic, with the added vibrancy of traditional red food coloring for that iconic tocino hue. Paired with the bold flavors of garlic-infused fried rice and creamy, runny eggs, Tocilog is a hearty and flavorful meal that’s as satisfying as it is easy to prepare. With just 30 minutes of prep time and a touch of overnight marination to allow the flavors to shine, this recipe is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a comforting dinner. Serve it hot with a side of vinegar dipping sauce for an authentic Filipino culinary experience that’s sure to impress your taste buds!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 3

Ingredients

• 500 grams Pork shoulder
• 100 grams Brown sugar
• 60 milliliters Soy sauce
• 4 cloves Garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon Red food coloring
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 teaspoons Vinegar
• 3 cups Cooked rice
• 3 Eggs
• 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Cut the pork shoulder into thin slices, about 1/4 inch thick. Place it in a bowl.

Step 2

In a separate bowl, combine brown sugar, soy sauce, minced garlic, red food coloring, salt, black pepper, and vinegar.

Step 3

Pour the marinade over the pork slices and mix well, ensuring all pieces are fully coated.

Step 4

Cover the bowl with cling film and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight, to allow flavors to develop.

Step 5

Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.

Step 6

Add marinated pork slices in a single layer, cooking in batches if necessary. Cook each side for about 3-5 minutes until fully cooked and slightly caramelized.

Step 7

In a separate pan, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil and add the cooked rice.

Step 8

Saute minced garlic in the rice and stir-fry until the rice is heated through and the garlic is golden brown. Season with a pinch of salt if desired.

Step 9

In a clean frying pan, fry the eggs sunny-side-up using a small amount of oil.

Step 10

On each serving plate, arrange a portion of garlic fried rice, a serving of the pork tocino, and top with a sunny-side-up egg.

Step 11

Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade tocilog!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1471.7 grams (1471.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2809

Total Fat 114.20g	146%
Saturated Fat 31.40g	157%
Polyunsaturated Fat 25.30g
Cholesterol 999mg	333%
Sodium 5298mg	230%
Total Carbohydrate 271.70g	99%
Dietary Fiber 3.30g	12%
Total Sugars 98.30g
Protein 159.00g	318%

Vitamin D 123IU	615%
Calcium 391mg	30%
Iron 17mg	92%
Potassium 2607mg	55%

*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: 37.4%

Protein: 23.1%

Carbs: 39.5%