Description
Savory Sinantomas is a delicious Filipino pork spare ribs dish marinated in a sweet and tangy blend of pineapple juice, soy sauce, and banana ketchup, then cooked stovetop with browned potatoes, onions, garlic, green peas, and melted American cheese for a flavorful, hearty meal perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Marinade
- 2 pounds pork spare ribs, cut into 1 ½ inch pieces
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup banana ketchup
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
Vegetables and Add-ins
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered
- 1 onion, peeled and sliced thinly
- 3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
- 1 cup frozen green peas, thawed
Other Ingredients
- ¼ cup canola oil
- 1 cup water
- ½ cup American processed cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Marinate the Pork: In a bowl, combine pork spare ribs with pineapple juice, soy sauce, banana ketchup, salt, and pepper. Let marinate for 20 to 30 minutes to infuse flavors. Drain the meat and reserve the marinade liquid.
- Brown the Potatoes: Heat canola oil in a wide pan over medium heat. Add quartered potatoes and cook until lightly browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: Pour out excess oil from the pan, leaving about 1 tablespoon. Add sliced onion and minced garlic, cooking until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Cook the Pork: Add the marinated pork to the pan and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, approximately 5-6 minutes.
- Add Liquids and Simmer: Pour in reserved marinade along with 1 cup of water. Bring to a boil, skim off any scum that appears. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until pork is tender, about 30-40 minutes.
- Combine Potatoes: Stir in the browned potatoes and cook for another 3-4 minutes until tender.
- Finish with Peas and Cheese: Add thawed green peas and shredded American cheese. Cook until peas are heated through and cheese has fully melted.
- Final Seasoning and Serve: Taste the dish and add additional salt if needed. Serve hot for a comforting meal.
Notes
- Marinating the pork longer enhances the flavor depth.
- Use fresh pineapple juice for best natural sweetness.
- The banana ketchup adds a distinct Filipino twist that balances the savory and sweet notes.
- Shredded American cheese melts smoothly, giving a creamy texture.
- Skimming the scum during boiling helps maintain a clean sauce flavor.
- You can substitute canola oil with vegetable or peanut oil if preferred.
