Pork Adobo with Pineapple

Level up your Pork Adobo with pineapple! This delicious twist on the classic Filipino dish is easy to make and a crowd favorite. The sweet and salty medley of flavors is the perfect match for piping-hot steamed rice!

When we think of food for parties and special gatherings, we tend to think of more elaborate dishes such as morcon, lengua estofado, lechon pork belly, or kare-kare. However, I am a big proponent of simple home cooking holidays. With a few adjustments, we can quickly turn everyday meals such as adobong baboy or binagoongan into fancy party fare.

A case in point is this pork adobo recipe with pineapple. A simple addition of pineapple juice and chunks takes it from a simple dinner dish to a meal worthy of guests. With succulent pork pieces and juicy fruit swimming in a gloriously sweet and salty sauce, it will impress family and friends!

Ingredient notes

• Pork- I like to use pork shoulder, but feel free to swap it with pork belly for a generous layer of fat or loin for a leaner cut.
• Pineapple chunks and juice- choose fruit packed in juice and not heavy syrup, lest the dish become overly sweet.
• Vinegar- use palm or cane vinegar for a more authentic taste. If substituting distilled vinegar, you might have to adjust amounts as it has a stronger acidity.
• Aromatics- onions and garlic are the classic flavor base for adobo
• Seasonings- salt to enhance taste and pepper to add zing

How to make pineapple pork adobo

1. Sear the pork on medium-high heat until lightly browned. This extra step of caramelizing the meat brings tons of flavor. Add onions and garlic and cook until softened.
2. Add pineapple juice and vinegar. Allow the vinegar to boil uncovered without stirring for a few minutes before adding the soy sauce and water to cook off the strong acid taste.
3. Lower the heat, cover, and simmer until the pork is fork-tender. Add the pineapple chunks.
4. Continue to cook until the sauce is reduced, and season with salt and pepper to taste.

How to serve and store

• Pineapple pork adobo is delicious as a main dish for lunch or dinner. Serve with steamed rice for a satisfying meal!
• The dish can be prepped ahead and works well for meal planning. Allow to cool completely and transfer to a container with a tight-fitting lid. Refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
• Reheat in a saucepan over medium heat to an internal temperature of 165 F or in the microwave at 2 to 3-minute intervals until thoroughly heated through.