Adobong Pula (Red Adobo) Recipe

Heat cooking oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Sauté annatto (atsuete) seeds for 2 to 3 minutes; strain oil and return to pan.

Sauté garlic in oil for 3 to 5 minutes. Add pork belly or shoulder and dried bay leaves; cook for 10 minutes. Cook until pork fat is rendered and meat is browned.

Add white vinegar and water; simmer for 45 minutes or until meat is tender. Season with salt.