Patatim

Ingredients:

1.1 lbs. Pata (pig's thigh)
4 pcs.   Sangke (Star Anise)
1/4 c.    Soy Sauce
3 tbsp.  Vinegar
3 tbsp   Bingtang or ordinary sugar
2 tbsp.  Garlic (pounded)
              Salt
              Pepper  
              Water to boil the meat till tender but in tact
              MSG (optional)
              Mustard leaves (optional)

Direction:

Wash legs. Put it in a casserole along with the rest of the ingredients. Boil till legs are tender but in tact. Test it with a fork or toothpick. Add mustard leaves if you want. Set aside and save the leg broth for the brown sauce.

brown sauce:

1 c.  pata broth
2-3 tsp. cornstarch
2 tsp. MSG (optional)
Salt to taste, start with a pinch

Direction:

Mix and cook all together in a saucepan until it thickens. Put the LEGS in a nice serving dish, pour the sauce over it and serve hot. Garnish with shopped onion leaves.

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