Bicol Express Recipe Video

Bicol Express is a spicy coconut milk based Filipino dish.

Summary

Preparation Time10 MinCooking Time50 Min
Ready In1 Hr 0 MinDifficulty LevelEasy
Health IndexAverageServings4
CuisineCourse
TasteMethod
Main IngredientInterest Group

Ingredients

 Coconut milk3 Cup (48 tbs)
 Pork belly2 Pound, cut into strips
 Shrimp paste1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs)
 Garlic1 Tablespoon, minced
 Oil2 Tablespoon
 Thai chili/Serrano pepper6
 Ginger3 Tablespoon, minced
 Onion1 Medium, minced
 Salt To Taste
 Pepper To Taste

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Calories 1040 Calories from Fat 734

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 85 g130.6%

Saturated Fat 52.5 g262.4%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 145.1 mg48.4%

Sodium 3156.2 mg131.5%

Total Carbohydrates 20 g6.7%

Dietary Fiber 5.5 g21.8%

Sugars 9.4 g

Protein 50 g99.5%

Vitamin A 0.3% Vitamin C 20.6%

Calcium 9.5% Iron 29.4%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

MAKING
1. Heat oil in a pan, sauté the garlic, onion, and ginger.
2. Add in the pork and cook for 7 minutes or until the color becomes light brown.
3. Stir in the shrimp paste and Thai chili, stir well.
4. Pour in the coconut milk. Bring to a boil. Simmer for 40 minutes.
5. Season with salt and pepper.

SERVING
6. Serve Bicol Express with steamed rice and enjoy!
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