Sisig
20 minutes
to prep
35–40 minutes
to cook
4 servings
About this Recipe
Sisig is a traditional Kapampangan “pulutan,” a dish that goes well with an alcoholic drink. This vegan version tastes just like the original except you can make this in half the time. Top with a vegan fried egg for an authentic sisig experience.
Recipe by: RG Enriquez of Astig Vegan
Photos by: Erika Galera
Ingredients
For the marinade:
- ½ cup soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, peeled, crushed, and minced
- ¼ cup coconut vinegar
- ¾ tablespoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon whole peppercorns
For main ingredients:
- 7–10 pieces Shiitake mushrooms, diced
- 12 pieces Oyster mushrooms, diced
- 2 ounces Beech mushrooms, diced
- 1 block firm tofu, diced
- Smoked paprika (optional)
For the sauté:
- 2 tablespoons refined coconut oil
- ½ tablespoon ginger, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ yellow onion, diced
- 2 chili peppers, or more for an extra kick (you may also save some for garnish)
- ½ tablespoon kalamansi juice, or lemon or lime juice
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1
Combine all the main ingredients, except tofu, into the marinade and marinate for 15 minutes. Remove mushroom and set aside. Save marinade sauce.
Step 2
Heat a pan over high heat and pour oil. Fry tofu on all sides until golden brown. Season with smoked paprika (optional).
Step 3
Lower heat and set aside tofu. Add more oil and sauté garlic, ginger, and onion until onion has become soft and translucent.
Step 4
Add chili pepper, mushroom, tofu, and kalamansi juice. Mix well. Add more marinade sauce if preferred.
Step 5
Cook until sauce has reduced and dried up, about 15–20 minutes. If the sauce has not dried up, drain the remaining sauce. Continue to cook the tofu and mushrooms until there’s no more watery sauce. Adjust seasoning to taste. Turn off heat and serve hot, preferably with rice on the side.
