Bicol Express

 

Prep time: 20 mins Total time: 20 mins Yield: 4 to 6 Servings Ingredients     2 pounds pork belly, cut into strips     2 cups coconut milk     1 cup coconut cream     1 cup water     1 small onion, peeled and chopped     6 cloves garlic, peeled and minced     2 tablespoons shrimp paste     12 to 14 Thai chili peppers, stemmed and minced     1 tablespoon oil     salt and pepper to taste Instructions     In a wide pot over medium heat, heat oil. Add onions and garlic and cook until aromatic. Add shrimp paste and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes or until it begins to brown.     Add pork and cook, stirring regularly, until lightly browned. Add coconut milk and water and bring to a simmer. Cook for about 10 minutes or until liquid is reduced. Add coconut cream and chilis. Continue to cook until pork is tender and sauce begins to render fat. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.