Paksiw na Lechon

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon oil
• 1 large onion, peeled and sliced thinly
• 1 head garlic, peeled and minced
• 3/4 cup vinegar
• 2 cups water
• 2 cups lechon sauce, homemade or store-bought
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 3 pounds (about 4 cups) leftover lechon or lechon kawali, chopped into 1-inch pieces
• 3 bay leaves
• 1/2 cup liver spread
• salt and pepper to taste

Steps

1. 1

   In a pot over medium heat, heat oil. Add onions and garlic and cook until softened.

2. 2

   Add vinegar and water and bring to a boil, uncovered and without stirring, for about 3 to 5 minutes.

3. 3

   Add lechon sauce and sugar and stir to combine.

4. 4

   Add pork and bay leaves.

5. 5

   Lower heat, cover and continue to cook for about 15 to 20 minutes or until meat is tender. Add more water in 1/2 cup increments as needed.

6. 6

   Add liver spread and stir until well distributed.

7. 7

   Season with salt to taste and generously with pepper.

8. 8

   Continue to cook until sauce is slightly thickened. Serve hot.