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Filipino Toyomansi Pork Chops

Toyomansi Pork Chops are Filipino-style pork chops marinated in a simple mix of toyo (soy sauce) and mansi (calamansi), plus garlic and pepper. The marinade gives the meat a delicious balance of salty and sour flavors that Pinoys love. After marinating, the pork is pan-fried until juicy and full of flavor. This recipe is best served with a serving of steamed rice.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Filipino
Calories: 15
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 pcs bone-in pork chops about ½-inch thick
  • ½ cup soy sauce
  • ¼ cup calamansi juice
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
  • cooking oil

Method
 

  1. Season pork chops with pepper.
  2. Mix soy sauce, calamansi, and garlic. Add pork and marinate for 30 minutes up to 4 hours.
  3. Heat oil in a pan over medium-high.
  4. Drain pork and pan-fry 2–3 minutes per side until nicely seared and cooked through.
  5. Rest for 2–3 minutes before serving so the juices stay in.
  6. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 15kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 2gFat: 0.03gSaturated Fat: 0.01gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.01gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.003gSodium: 1080mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 0.3gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 1mg

Notes

When making Toyomansi Pork Chops, I've learned a few little tricks that make a big difference. I never rush the marinade because even just 30 minutes helps the flavors soak in, and using bone-in chops keeps the meat juicy. I avoid flipping the pork too often so it browns properly. I also taste the calamansi before adding it because their sour levels are not the same. And no matter what, I let the pork rest before slicing so the juices stay in. Oh, and one last thing: extra garlic is always a good idea.

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