Sisig (Sweet and Sour Pig's Ears)

This Filipino dish of pig's ears in a spicy, sweet and sour sauce is a perfect appetizer when people are drinking beer. [Originally submitted to Allrecipes.asia]

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 129 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons white sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ¾ cup water
• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
• ⅓ cup white vinegar
• 1 green bell pepper, cut into thin strips
• 1 red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
• 2 ¼ pounds pig's ears, cut into thin slices
• 1 large green chile pepper, seeded and sliced

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil; boil pig's ears until no longer pink, about 10 minutes. Drain. Let cool, at least 15 minutes.

Step 2

Combine 3/4 cup water, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add the pig's ears and mix together. Cover with plastic wrap and keep refrigerated. Serve with green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and green chile.