Name: Lemon and Turmeric Cebuano Pork Tinola
Total time: 37 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Filipino
Ingredients: 500g pork belly, cubed; 1 onion, chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tbsp fish sauce; 1 head bok choy, chopped; 2 cups water; 1 tbsp vegetable oil; 1 tbsp ginger, grated; 1 tbsp lemon zest; 1/2 tsp ground turmeric

Method

Before simmering, mix lemon zest and turmeric into the broth. Stir well before proceeding.
Heat oil in a pot over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.
Add pork belly and cook until browned. Stir in ginger and fish sauce.
Pour in water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
Add bok choy and cook for 5 more minutes. Season with salt if needed.
For whole cuts, check a minimum internal temperature of 63°C (145°F), then rest for at least 3 minutes before serving.