Lechon Kare-Kare Fried Rice

This Lechon Kare-Kare Fried Rice transforms two beloved Filipino classics into one satisfying meal. Crispy lechon kawali, leftover rice, and fresh greens are tossed with DEL MONTE Quick n Easy Kare-Kare Mix, creating a rich, nutty peanut flavor in every spoonful.

Recipe Details

Category Meats

Serving 4

Preparing Time 10 minutes

Cooking Time 30 minutes

Ingredients

200 G Pork, Liempo, Sliced into 3 Pieces
1 Pack DEL MONTE Quick 'n Easy Kare-Kare Mix (50g)
2 Tbsp Oil
1/4 Tsp Salt
1 Tbsp Garlic, Crushed
1/2 Tsp Ginger, Grated
2 1/2 Tbsp Bagoong Alamang
1 Cup Sitaw/Yardlong Beans, Cut into 1-Inch Lengths
1/4 Cup Green Onions, Sliced
1/3 Cup Water
4 Cups Rice, Cooked

Cooking Tools Needed

Chopping Board, Measuring Cups, Spatula, Grater, Measuring Spoon

Cooking Skills Needed

Cutting, Slicing, Sautéing, Stirring, Simmering

Directions

1.

Rub pork slices with DEL MONTE Quick n Easy Kare-Kare Mix. Let stand for 10 minutes.
2.

Heat pan with oil. Season pork with salt. Fry pork slices in medium heat until golden brown. Cut into strips. Set aside.
3.

In the same pan, sauté garlic, ginger, bagoong, sitaw, and half of green onions for 3 minutes.
4.

Add remaining kare-kare mix and water. Cover and simmer for 2 minutes.
5.

Add rice and pork slices. Cook with continuous stirring for 2 minutes or until well blended.
6.

Top rice with remaining green onions.

Lusog Notes

This hearty dish is a source of calcium and iron, which help support strong bones, red blood cell formation, and normal metabolism.

Chef's Tips

Make sure the pork is dry before frying to make the skin crispy.

Recipe Reviews

Perfect for when you're craving something fancy but want to save money. The kids absolutely cleared their plates. Thank you for this quick and easy recipe! J. Dela Cruz