Tocino
500 gDetails Everything you need to know about this product.
Pork tocino is cured beef, chicken, or pork. Some people call this cut sweet red pork due to its color. Tocino is called “bacon” in Spanish. The Pinoy version isn’t the same as Western bacon or salty, cubed Spanish tocino. Pork tocino often comes from the pork belly. However, you can get pork shoulder or another cut if you want something different for your tocino.
Filipinos got their first taste of pork tocino when Lolita O. Hizon invented it during the Spanish colonization. She preserved and fermented her neighbor’s leftover pork using a traditional local method, and slowly refined her technique until it gained mainstream success.
Tocino is cured like ham and bacon, but with the addition of red food coloring. Tocino used to be cured using salitre (saltpeter), a food preservative and colorant. Nowadays, people mostly use pink curing salt or Prague powder. Sodium phosphate and Vitamin C powder are must-haves for curing pork tocino as well.
Once you’ve cooked pork tocino, you can enjoy its sweet, garlicky, and peppery goodness. The premium pork tocino from TenderBites packs savory taste and great tenderness. Get this prime pork cut for your next meal today — cut and packed in any way you want.
Pork Tocino Recipes:
- Tosilog (tocino, fried rice (sinangag), and egg (itlog)
- Crunchy tocino with scrambled eggs
- Tocino cuapao
- Tocino pizza
FAQ Common questions about this product.
What makes TenderBites Tocino different from regular tocino available in supermarkets?
TenderBites Tocino is made from premium pork cuts that are carefully selected and cured using traditional Filipino recipes with high-quality ingredients. Unlike mass-produced supermarket versions, our tocino uses fresh, locally-sourced pork that's hand-cut to ensure consistent thickness and optimal marbling for better flavor and texture.
How should I cook TenderBites Tocino to achieve the perfect caramelized finish?
Cook the tocino in a pan over medium-low heat without oil, as the meat will release its own fat during cooking. Allow it to cook slowly for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally until it develops a beautiful caramelized glaze and the edges are slightly crispy while maintaining tenderness inside.
How long can I store vacuum-packed tocino in my refrigerator?
Our vacuum-packed tocino stays fresh for up to 7-10 days when stored in the refrigerator at 4°C or below. For longer storage, you can freeze it for up to 3 months without compromising quality, thanks to our proper vacuum-sealing process that prevents freezer burn.
Can I request custom portion sizes or thickness for my tocino order?
Absolutely! TenderBites offers custom cutting services where you can specify your preferred thickness and portion sizes for the tocino. Simply mention your requirements when placing your order through our website or social media, and our expert butchers will prepare it according to your specifications.
Is same-day delivery available for tocino orders within Metro Manila?
Yes, we offer same-day delivery for tocino orders within Metro Manila when payment is completed by 4:00 PM, subject to rider availability. Orders above P2,000 qualify for FREE delivery, while orders below this amount have a flat P150 delivery fee, with cold chain packaging ensuring your tocino arrives fresh.