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Tocino[edit]

Tocino is a popular sweetened cured meat product in the Philippines. It is often made from pork, but can also be made from chicken or beef. Tocino is a staple in Filipino breakfasts, typically served with fried rice and eggs, a combination known as "Tosilog".

Preparation[edit]

The preparation of tocino involves marinating the meat in a mixture of sugar, salt, anise wine, annatto, water, and saltpeter (or Prague powder). The meat is then left to cure for several days to allow the flavors to penetrate deeply. The curing process not only enhances the flavor but also helps in preserving the meat.

Cooking[edit]

Tocino is typically cooked by frying. The cured meat is placed in a pan with a small amount of water and cooked over medium heat until the water evaporates. Once the water has evaporated, the tocino is fried in its own fat until it caramelizes, giving it a distinct sweet and savory flavor.

Variations[edit]

While pork is the most common meat used for tocino, variations include chicken tocino and beef tocino. These variations are prepared in a similar manner but may have slight differences in the marinade to complement the type of meat used.

Serving Suggestions[edit]

Tocino is often served as part of a traditional Filipino breakfast. It is commonly paired with sinangag (garlic fried rice) and a fried egg, a combination known as "Tosilog". Tocino can also be served with atchara, a pickled papaya side dish, which complements the sweetness of the meat.

Commercial Production[edit]

In addition to homemade tocino, there are commercially produced versions available in supermarkets. These products are often pre-cooked and only require reheating. Some brands, such as Spam, have introduced tocino-flavored products, expanding the reach of this traditional dish.

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-'''Tocino''' is a type of [[cured meat]] from [[Spain]] and the [[Philippines]]. It is traditionally made from [[pork belly]], but can also be made from other cuts of pork. The term "tocino" is derived from the Spanish word "tocino," which means "bacon" or "fat."
+= Tocino =
-== History ==
+[[File:Tocino.jpg|thumb|right|Traditional Filipino tocino]]
-Tocino has a long history in both Spain and the Philippines. In Spain, it is a traditional food that has been made for centuries. It is often served as part of a [[tapas]] spread or used in cooking to add flavor to dishes. In the Philippines, tocino was introduced during the [[Spanish colonial period]]. It has since become a popular breakfast dish, often served with [[garlic rice]] and [[fried egg]]s in a meal known as "tocilog."
+'''Tocino''' is a popular sweetened cured meat product in the [[Philippines]]. It is often made from [[pork]], but can also be made from [[chicken]] or [[beef]]. Tocino is a staple in Filipino breakfasts, typically served with [[fried rice]] and [[eggs]], a combination known as "[[Tosilog]]".
 == Preparation ==
-The process of making tocino involves curing the pork with salt, sugar, and various spices. The exact recipe can vary, but common ingredients include [[paprika]], [[garlic]], and [[anise]]. The cured meat is then left to dry for several days before it is ready to be cooked.
+The preparation of tocino involves marinating the meat in a mixture of [[sugar]], [[salt]], [[anise wine]], [[annatto]], [[water]], and [[saltpeter]] (or [[Prague powder]]). The meat is then left to cure for several days to allow the flavors to penetrate deeply. The curing process not only enhances the flavor but also helps in preserving the meat.
-In the Philippines, tocino is often colored with red food coloring to give it a distinctive appearance. This is not a traditional part of the curing process, but has become common in commercial preparations of the dish.
+== Cooking ==
-== Cooking and Serving ==
+[[File:Tocino_de_cerdo-2006.jpeg|thumb|left|Cured pork tocino ready for cooking]]
-Tocino can be cooked in a variety of ways. It is often pan-fried until it is crispy and caramelized. It can also be grilled or broiled. In the Philippines, it is commonly served as part of a breakfast meal with garlic rice and fried eggs. This combination is known as "tocilog," a portmanteau of "tocino," "sinangag" (garlic rice), and "itlog" (egg).
+Tocino is typically cooked by frying. The cured meat is placed in a pan with a small amount of water and cooked over medium heat until the water evaporates. Once the water has evaporated, the tocino is fried in its own fat until it caramelizes, giving it a distinct sweet and savory flavor.
-In Spain, tocino is often used as a flavoring ingredient in other dishes. It can be diced and cooked with vegetables, beans, or rice. It is also a common ingredient in [[fabada]], a traditional Spanish bean stew.
+== Variations ==
-== See Also ==
+While pork is the most common meat used for tocino, variations include [[chicken tocino]] and [[beef tocino]]. These variations are prepared in a similar manner but may have slight differences in the marinade to complement the type of meat used.
+== Serving Suggestions ==
+[[File:Pork_tocino_with_eggs,_rice,_and_atchara_(typical_Filipino_breakfast).jpg|thumb|right|Pork tocino served with eggs, rice, and atchara]]
+Tocino is often served as part of a traditional Filipino breakfast. It is commonly paired with [[sinangag]] (garlic fried rice) and a fried egg, a combination known as "Tosilog". Tocino can also be served with [[atchara]], a pickled papaya side dish, which complements the sweetness of the meat.
+== Commercial Production ==
+In addition to homemade tocino, there are commercially produced versions available in supermarkets. These products are often pre-cooked and only require reheating. Some brands, such as [[Spam]], have introduced tocino-flavored products, expanding the reach of this traditional dish.
+== Related Pages ==
-* [[Cured meat]]
-* [[Tapas]]
-* [[Spanish cuisine]]
 * [[Filipino cuisine]]
+* [[Tosilog]]
+* [[Longganisa]]
+* [[Sinangag]]
-[[Category:Spanish cuisine]]
 [[Category:Filipino cuisine]]
-[[Category:Cured meats]]
+[[Category:Pork dishes]]
-{{Spanish cuisine}}
+[[Category:Breakfast foods]]
-{{Filipino cuisine}}
-{{food-stub}}

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