Paksiw Na Pata
Instructions
Place pork leg in a pot and add water (enough to cover the meat). Bring to a boil, strain, and discard water from first boil.
Put the Pata back into a pot and add enough water to cover it. Add the soy sauce, vinegar, pepper corn, sugar, salt, onion, and garlic. Simmer over low heat for at least 1 hour or, until pata, is tender and sauce is thickens. Using a Pressure cooker may require less time. Add water if necessary to prevent drying out.
When meat is tender, add the banana blossom and bay leaves. Stir well, salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for a few minutes. Turn off heat.
Serve hot with rice.
Enjoy your Paksiw na Pata!