TOFU SISIG

 Sisig is a popular Filipino dish from Pampanga, a province in Luzon. The classic Sisig consists of pork face (cheeks, ears, and snout), pork belly, and chicken liver. The pork is simmered until tender, grilled, and then chopped into small pieces. It’s well-loved by everybody for its creamy, savory, and tangy blend of flavors. If you've been to any local Filipino celebrations, you've most likely seen this on the table as pulutan (booze food) for your titos and titas.

INGREDIENTS

1 block block extra firm tofu (about 1 pound)

3 pieces chicken liver

Salt and pepper to taste

½ cup oil

1 tablespoon butter

1 big red onion (or 2 medium) chopped finely

1 medium red bell pepper chopped finely

2-3 long green chili cut into thin slices

1-2 red hot chili chopped

2-3 tablespoons lemon or calamansi juice

2-3 tablespoons soy sauce

Salt and pepper to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

Preparation of Tofu:

1 block block extra firm tofu

Line one or two sheets of paper towel on top of a plate. Place the tofu on top, as a blocked or sliced.

Add another one or two paper towels on top of the tofu and cover with another plate.

Add some weight on top of the plate, like a book or bag of beans, to squeeze out the liquids do this for some minutes and discard the liquids.

Cooking procedure:

Cut tofu into small cubes (about 1x1cm).

3 pieces chicken liver,Salt and pepper

Season chicken liver with some salt and pepper

½ cup oil

In a wok or skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Fry tofu cubes until golden brown. Do this per batch if needed. Transfer cooked tofu cubes to a colander or plate lined with a paper towel to remove excess oil.

If needed add more oil to the wok, next fry the chicken liver, turning once until cooked, about 5 minutes in total. Remove from oil.

Cut or chop the cooked liver into small fine pieces.

1 tablespoon butter,1 big red onion (or 2 medium),1 medium red bell pepper,2-3 long green chili,1-2 red hot chili

Leave a bit of oil in the wok or skillet, about ½ tablespoon. Turn heat to medium-low and add the butter. Once butter is melted. Add the onion, bell pepper, and chilis. Cook just until aromatic, but still crisp.

2-3 tablespoons lemon or calamansi juice,2-3 tablespoons soy sauce,Salt and pepper

Add the tofu, liver, lemon or calamansi juice, and soy sauce. Give it a good toss until well blended. Season with salt and pepper.

Transfer to a serving plate and serve with a sliced calamansi and red chili.

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