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Pork Binakol (Coconut Chicken style with Pork)

60 min
1500 kcal
4 servings

By eatmundo · August 4, 2026

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A delightful regional classic, this dish features tender pork simmered in coconut water and water, then finished with young coconut meat, for a sweet, savory balance. It is a comforting, aromatic stew that highlights the freshness of tropical ingredients.

According to eatmundo's ingredient comparison, the closest dish to Pork Binakol from another cuisine is Ye Siga Tibs (Ethiopia): the two share 53% of their ingredients.

Ingredients

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4 servings

How to Make It

  • 1

    Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large pot over medium heat.

  • 2

    Sauté the garlic, onion and sliced ginger until the onion is translucent and fragrant.

  • 3

    Add the pork belly strips and sear them until they are lightly browned on all sides.

  • 4

    Add the bruised lemongrass stalks and 5 g salt, and stir so the pork is evenly coated.

  • 5

    Pour in the 750 ml coconut water and 250 ml water, bring to a boil and skim off any scum.

  • 6

    Cover the pot and simmer on low heat for 50 minutes, until the pork is nearly tender.

  • 7

    Add the green papaya wedges and young coconut meat strips and simmer, covered, for 10 minutes more, until the papaya is tender and the pork is fork-tender. If the pork is not yet fork-tender, simmer longer.

  • 8

    Add the chili peppers in the final 5 minutes for a gentle heat. Taste and adjust with salt before serving.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pork Binakol?

Pork Binakol is a Filipino soup that adapts the traditional chicken binakol by using pork belly. The pork is simmered in coconut water with ginger and lemongrass, then finished with green papaya, young coconut meat and green chili, and is served as a comforting main course during family meals.

Can I use store-bought coconut water?

Yes, use unsweetened coconut water; fresh water from young coconuts gives the best flavor.

Is pork belly necessary?

It provides the fat needed for the richness, but you can use pork shoulder.

How do I know when the pork is done?

It should be soft enough to cut with a fork easily.

Can I make this spicy?

Add more chili peppers or slice them open to release more heat.

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